Status:
valid
Authors:
C.B.Clarke
Source:
cmp
Year:
1900
Citation Micro:
Fl. Trop. Afr. 5: 237 (1900)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000659557
Common Names
- Subcordatum Ecbolium
- Subcordatum's Ecbolium
- Subcordatum Ecbolium
Description
Ecbolium subcordatum (also called African Daisy, among many other common names) is an evergreen perennial herb with a basal rosette of leaves. It is native to South Africa and grows in sandy soils in grassland and savanna habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Ecbolium subcordatum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, colds, and stomachaches.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Ecbolium subcordatum var. glabratum Vollesen
Ecbolium subcordatum var. subcordatum
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Ecbolium subcordatum is small, white and star-shaped. The seed is small and round with a dark brown color. The seedlings are thin and have a light green color.
Cultivation and Propagation
Ecbolium subcordatum is an evergreen shrub that is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the world. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a warm, moist environment, while cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and planted in a well-draining soil. The plant prefers full sun and regular watering.
Where to Find Ecbolium subcordatum
Ecbolium subcordatum can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, Asia, and the Americas.
Ecbolium subcordatum FAQ
What type of soil does Ecbolium subcordatum prefer?
Ecbolium subcordatum prefers well-drained, sandy soil with a pH of 6.0-7.0.
What is the ideal temperature for Ecbolium subcordatum?
Ecbolium subcordatum prefers temperatures between 60-75°F (15-24°C).
How much light does Ecbolium subcordatum need?
Ecbolium subcordatum needs full sun to partial shade.
Species in the Ecbolium genus
Ecbolium albiflorum,
Ecbolium amplexicaule,
Ecbolium barlerioides,
Ecbolium benoistii,
Ecbolium boranense,
Ecbolium clarkei,
Ecbolium fimbriatum,
Ecbolium flanaganii,
Ecbolium glabratum,
Ecbolium gymnostachyum,
Ecbolium hastatum,
Ecbolium humbertii,
Ecbolium ligustrinum,
Ecbolium madagascariense,
Ecbolium oblongifolium,
Ecbolium palmatum,
Ecbolium strictum,
Ecbolium subcordatum,
Ecbolium syringifolium,
Ecbolium tanzaniense,
Ecbolium viride,
Ecbolium spicatum,
Species in the Acanthaceae family
Acanthopale macrocarpa,
Acanthopale confertiflora,
Acanthopale decempedalis,
Acanthopale laxiflora,
Acanthopale madagascariensis,
Acanthopale pubescens,
Acanthopale aethiogermanica,
Acanthopale breviceps,
Acanthopale cuneifolia,
Acanthopale ramiflora,
Acanthopale perrieri,
Acanthopale humblotii,
Acanthopsis carduifolia,
Acanthopsis disperma,
Acanthopsis glauca,
Acanthopsis hoffmannseggiana,
Acanthopsis horrida,
Acanthopsis scullyi,
Acanthopsis spathularis,
Acanthopsis disperma,
Acanthopsis tuba,
Acanthopsis ludoviciana,
Acanthopsis adamanticola,
Acanthopsis dispermoides,
Acanthopsis erosa,
Acanthopsis dregeana,
Acanthopsis tetragona,
Acanthopsis glandulopalmata,
Acanthopsis insueta,
Acanthopsis nitida,
Acanthopsis pagodiformis,
Acanthopsis glabra,
Acanthopsis villosa,
Acanthus austromontanus,
Acanthus greuterianus,
Acanthus kulalensis,
Acanthus arboreus,
Acanthus carduaceus,
Acanthus caroli-alexandri,
Acanthus caudatus,
Acanthus dioscoridis,
Acanthus ebracteatus,
Acanthus eminens,
Acanthus flexicaulis,
Acanthus gaed,
Acanthus guineensis,
Acanthus hirsutus,
Acanthus hungaricus,
Acanthus ilicifolius,
Acanthus latisepalus,