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Capeweed

Arctotheca calendula

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Plantae ›Phylum: Tracheophyta ›Class: Magnoliopsida ›Order: Asterales ›Family: Asteraceae ›Genus: Arctotheca

About

Arctotheca calendula is a plant in the sunflower family commonly known as capeweed, plain treasureflower, cape dandelion, or cape marigold because it originates from the Cape Province in South Africa. It is also found in neighboring KwaZulu-Natal.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Capeweed?
The scientific name of Capeweed is Arctotheca calendula.
What kingdom does Capeweed belong to?
Capeweed belongs to the kingdom Plantae.
What phylum does Capeweed belong to?
Capeweed belongs to the phylum Tracheophyta.
What class does Capeweed belong to?
Capeweed belongs to the class Magnoliopsida.
What order does Capeweed belong to?
Capeweed belongs to the order Asterales.
What family does Capeweed belong to?
Capeweed belongs to the family Asteraceae.
What genus does Capeweed belong to?
Capeweed belongs to the genus Arctotheca.