Gerbera jamesonii

"Gerbera Daisy," "African Daisy," and "Transvaal Daisy."

Message of the Flower

Frankness

The Mother’s Comment

Says frankly what it has to say without caring for the result.

Spiritual Message by the Mother/ Quotes by Sri Aurobindo

Those who are not straightforward cannot profit by the Mother's help, for they themselves turn it away. Unless they change, they cannot hope for the descent of the supramental Light and Truth into the lower vital and physical nature; they remain stuck in their own self-created mud and cannot progress.

Sri Aurobindo, Letters on Yoga - IV: The Lower Vital Being

Colour

red, orange, yellow, pink, white, and various bi-color combinations.

Family

Asteraceae

Cultivars

Savannah', 'Jaguar', 'Festival', 'Revolution', 'Terracotta', 'Everlast', 'Sunburst', 'Pomponi', 'Happypot', 'Garvinea'.

Flower Size

2 to 5 inches (5 to 13 cm) in diameter.

Flower Texture

soft and velvety

Number of Petals

many ray florets (petals) arranged in a circle.

Floral Symmetry

radial symmetry

Fragrance of Flower

mild, pleasant fragrance

Leaf Texture

smooth and slightly glossy.

Leaf Arrangement

basal rosette.

Leaf Color

typically green, but some cultivars may have variegated foliage.

Structural Variation (Shrub or Tree)

herbaceous perennial plant, not a shrub or tree.

Life Cycle

perennial plant that can be grown as an annual in colder climates.

Blooming Period

continuous blooms throughout the growing season, especially in mild climates.

Climate

temperate to subtropical climates.

Water Requirements

regular watering and well-drained soil.

Soil Type

Well-draining, fertile soil

Temperature Ranges

moderate temperatures and is sensitive to frost.

Sun or Shade

full sun but can tolerate some light shade.

Susceptibility to Insects and Diseases

aphids, spider mites, and fungal diseases.

Pollinators

Bees and butterflies

Habitat

gardens, greenhouses, and as cut flowers.

Role in the Ecosystem

nectar for pollinators and is a popular ornamental plant.

Ornamental

ornamental plants in gardens and for cut flower arrangements.

Uses in Other Aspects of Life

They are primarily valued for their ornamental qualities.

Endangered Status

not considered endangered.