Gerbera viridifolia subsp. viridifolia

viridifolia: with green leaves, referring to the fact that the leaves are green on both surfaces (not white beneath)

Perennial herb, up to 45 cm. Leaves basal, pilose when young, often appearing after flowering. Stems erect, not swollen near the apex. Capitula solitary, terminal. Ray florets white, sometimes tinged with red on the outside, spreading widely. See G. piloselloides for comparison.

NE Africa south to South Africa