Medium
1 of 1 (100%)
Species
Arctotis hybrida
Care consensus, photos, and the collectors growing it.
- Common name
- African daisy
- Plant type
- Flowering ornamentals
- Growth habit
- Herbaceous
- Light
- Full sun
- Watering
- Medium
- Temperature
- Warm
- Humidity
- Low
- Propagation
- Seed grown
- Native range
- South African grasslands
- Toxic to pets
- Not toxic
- Toxic to people
- Not toxic
- public plant
- 1 public plant
- collector
- 1 collector
At a glance
What Arctotis hybrida is
Arctotis hybrida is an herbaceous flowering ornamental known for its daisy-like blooms. You will see these flowers open wide in the heat of the day and close again as the light fades.
Living with this plant means providing it with a warm, sunny spot. It handles drier conditions well and grows from seeds you sow yourself.
Written by Pi, the helpful collecto.rs AI
- Rank
- Species
- Most common light
- Full sun
- Most common watering
- Medium
- Most common temperature
- Warm
- Most common humidity
- Moderate
Written by Pi, the helpful collecto.rs AI. Not veterinary or medical advice — check with a professional before letting a pet or a child near an unfamiliar plant.
Timeline
People and Arctotis hybrida
How our relationship with this plant has changed over time.
- Pre-colonial
Grassland beginnings
The plant exists as part of the diverse flora of the South African grasslands. It has evolved to thrive in environments with ample sun and shifting moisture levels.
- 18th century
European introduction
Collectors began bringing specimens from southern Africa to European gardens. Botanical explorers identified its potential for ornamental use in warm, open beds.
- 20th century
Widespread cultivation
The plant became a standard choice for garden borders. You likely find it as a reliable option for adding colour to hot, dry corners of the landscape.
Written by Pi, the helpful collecto.rs AI
Care consensus
What collectors actually do
Aggregated from 1 public item across collecto.rs.
Full sun
1 of 1 (100%)
Warm
1 of 1 (100%)
Moderate
1 of 1 (100%)
Collectors
People growing Arctotis hybrida
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Questions
Frequently asked about Arctotis hybrida
Quick answers pulled from the public catalog and care consensus above.
What is Arctotis hybrida?
Arctotis hybrida is a species in the Arctotis genus. Commonly known as African daisy, a flowering ornamentals, and with a herbaceous growth habit. Native to South African grasslands.
How do you care for Arctotis hybrida?
Across public collections on collecto.rs, the most common care setup for Arctotis hybrida is Full sun light, medium watering, warm temperatures, and moderate humidity.
How rare is Arctotis hybrida?
Arctotis hybrida is rare on collecto.rs — fewer than five public collectors currently track it. Add yours to be one of the first.
What else is Arctotis hybrida called?
Arctotis hybrida is also known as Arctotis hybrida.
Where can I see real photos of Arctotis hybrida?
Browse public Arctotis hybrida collections on collecto.rs to see photos uploaded by the people growing it. Each item links to the collector's profile, with notes, acquisition date, and growth photos.
Can I track my own Arctotis hybrida on collecto.rs?
Yes. collecto.rs is free — sign up to log your Arctotis hybrida, upload photos, track care notes, and connect with other Arctotis hybrida collectors. Your collection stays private by default; you choose what to make public.