Bietou
Osteospermum moniliferum
Also listed as Chrysanthemoides monilifera
Also known as Bitou, Sand Bietou, Boneseed
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Osteospermum moniliferum is a South African daisy shrub producing cheerful white and yellow daisy-like flowers over a long season. It thrives in sunny, well-drained spots and tolerates drought once established.
Why grow it
The fleshy fruit is edible, sweet, and attractive to birds and other wildlife. Reliable, long-season flowering in dry-climate gardens where many ornamentals struggle. Compared to hybrid Osteospermum cultivars, this species has stronger drought tolerance and performs well in poor, sandy soils typical of Mediterranean or semi-arid regions. Its compact shrubby habit and extended bloom period make it useful for low-maintenance perennial borders or mass plantings in water-limited landscapes.
Watch out for
In mild, humid climates, this plant may develop fungal issues in poorly drained soils or during periods of high moisture, so ensure adequate air circulation and drainage. Flowering can diminish or stop during very hot summers in some regions, and the plant may benefit from light pruning after the main bloom flush to encourage branching and renewal.
Overview
- Form
- Growth Rate
- Size
- Dormancy
- Family
- Asteraceae
Native Range
South Africa
Seasonality
Bloom Season
Edible Parts
Season of Interest
Shrub
Woody multi-stem plants at eye level.
Succession Role
Tolerances & Soil
Establishment & Care
- Establishment
- Maintenance
- Propagation
Osteospermum moniliferum is a South African daisy shrub producing cheerful white and yellow daisy-like flowers over a long season. It thrives in sunny, well-drained spots and tolerates drought once established.
Climate Match for your location
See how well Bietou grows in your area.
Enter your ZIP code and we'll show you how this plant fits your local climate.
Why grow it
The fleshy fruit is edible, sweet, and attractive to birds and other wildlife. Reliable, long-season flowering in dry-climate gardens where many ornamentals struggle. Compared to hybrid Osteospermum cultivars, this species has stronger drought tolerance and performs well in poor, sandy soils typical of Mediterranean or semi-arid regions. Its compact shrubby habit and extended bloom period make it useful for low-maintenance perennial borders or mass plantings in water-limited landscapes.
Watch out for
In mild, humid climates, this plant may develop fungal issues in poorly drained soils or during periods of high moisture, so ensure adequate air circulation and drainage. Flowering can diminish or stop during very hot summers in some regions, and the plant may benefit from light pruning after the main bloom flush to encourage branching and renewal.
Overview
- Form
- Growth Rate
- Size
- Dormancy
- Family
- Asteraceae
Native Range
South Africa
Seasonality
Bloom Season
Edible Parts
Season of Interest
Shrub
Woody multi-stem plants at eye level.
Succession Role
Tolerances & Soil
Establishment & Care
- Establishment
- Maintenance
- Propagation
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