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Description
Gazania Linearis, also known as the trailing Gazania, is a flowering plant that belongs to the Asteraceae family. It is native to South Africa and is commonly found in coastal areas. The plant is known for its bright yellow, orange, or red daisy-like flowers that bloom during the summer months.
Taxonomic Information
| Domain | Eukaryota |
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Phylum | Spermatophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Asterales |
| Family | Asteraceae |
| Genus | Gazania |
Appearance
Gazania Linearis is a trailing plant that grows up to 30cm tall and can spread up to 1m wide. The plant has long, narrow leaves that are grayish-green in color and covered in fine hairs. The flowers of the plant are daisy-like and can be up to 7cm in diameter. They come in shades of yellow, orange, or red and have a dark center.
Care Guide
Gazania Linearis is a low-maintenance plant that is fairly easy to care for. Here are some tips on how to care for this plant:- Water: The plant prefers well-draining soil and does not like to be overwatered. Water the plant when the soil is dry to the touch.- Fertilization: Fertilize the plant once a month during the growing season with a balanced fertilizer.- Soil: The plant prefers well-draining soil that is rich in organic matter.- Sunlight: The plant prefers full sun and needs at least 6 hours of direct sunlight per day.- Hardiness Zones: The plant is hardy in USDA zones 9-11.
Common Pests & Diseases
Gazania Linearis is susceptible to root rot if the soil is too wet. The plant can also be affected by fungal diseases such as powdery mildew and rust. Common pests that can affect the plant include spider mites and aphids.
Habitat
Gazania Linearis is native to South Africa and is commonly found in coastal areas. The plant prefers well-draining soil and full sun.
Question and Answer
Q: How often should I water my Gazania Linearis?
A: Water the plant when the soil is dry to the touch.
Q: What type of soil does Gazania Linearis prefer?
A: The plant prefers well-draining soil that is rich in organic matter.
Q: What are the common pests that affect Gazania Linearis?
A: Spider mites and aphids are common pests that can affect the plant.
Q: What are the hardiness zones for Gazania Linearis?
A: The plant is hardy in USDA zones 9-11.
Related Plants
– Gazania rigens- Gazania krebsiana- Gazania pinnata- Gazania splendens
References
– “Gazania linearis (L.) Druce.” Plants of the World Online, Kew Science. Accessed 21 July 2021, http://powo.science.kew.org/taxon/urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:208753-1.- “Gazania Linearis.” Missouri Botanical Garden. Accessed 21 July 2021, https://www.missouribotanicalgarden.org/PlantFinder/PlantFinderDetails.aspx?taxonid=287777&isprofile=0&basic=gazania%20linearis.
