Flora Detail
| Common Name | Hairy Cineraria, Sea Cineraria |
| Family | Asteraceae (Daisy Family) |
| Date Observed | 19-09-2022 |
| Category | Shrubs |
|---|---|
| Catalogue No. | 3490RGu |
| Flowering Time | Spring |
| Colour | Yellow |
| Locations Observed | |
| Estuary | |
| Koppie | Few |
| Nature Reserve | |
| Small Holding | |
| Village | |
| Greater Rooiels | |
Cineraria geifolia
Information
Hairy Cineraria, Sea Cineraria
Cineraria geifolia (Sea Cineraria) is a fast-growing, sprawling perennial ground cover native to the Western Cape, South Africa. It produces bright yellow, daisy-like flowers in loose clusters from winter to spring. This hardy, 60 cm tall plant thrives in full sun or light shade, preferring sandy or loam soils.
Key Details for Cineraria geifolia
Habit: Sprawling, scrambling perennial shrublet, often acting as a ground cover, growing up to 60 cm tall.
Leaves: Reniform (kidney-shaped) or rounded, often scalloped, with a hairy underside and sometimes smooth or hairy on top.
Flowers: Bright yellow, radiate, daisy-like flowers arranged in terminal, lax, flat-topped clusters (corymbs).
Flowering Season: Primarily winter to spring (August to November in South Africa).
Habitat: Coastal bush, often found in sandy areas.
Cultivation: Considered an easy plant to grow, ideal for coastal gardens or as a filler in sunny spots.
Distribution: Native to the Cape Province, extending into the Free State and KwaZulu-Natal.
Cineraria geifolia is known for its ability to quickly cover ground, making it an excellent, low-maintenance choice for gardeners in suitable climates.