Status:
valid
Authors:
(Vahl) Vollesen
Source:
cmp
Year:
1989
Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 44: 672 (1989)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000659562
Common Names
- Syringifolium Ecbolium
- Syringifolium's Ecbolium
- Syringifolium Ecbolium
Description
Ecbolium syringifolium (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 syringifolium 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.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Ecbolium syringifolium 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 syringifolium 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 syringifolium
Ecbolium syringifolium can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, Asia, and the Americas.
Ecbolium syringifolium FAQ
What type of soil does Ecbolium syringifolium prefer?
Ecbolium syringifolium prefers well-drained, sandy soil with a pH of 6.0-7.0.
What is the ideal temperature for Ecbolium syringifolium?
Ecbolium syringifolium prefers temperatures between 60-75°F (15-24°C).
How much light does Ecbolium syringifolium need?
Ecbolium syringifolium 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,