Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Apiales
Family:
Species:
cryptanthum
ID:
671881

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Rech.f.) C.C.Towns.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1964

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 17: 438 (1964)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000671213

Common Names

  • Ergocarpon Cryptanthum
  • Cryptanthum Daisy
  • Cryptanthum Sunray

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Synonyms

  • Echinophora cryptantha (Rech.f.) M.Hiroe [unknown]
  • Exoacantha cryptantha Rech.f. [unknown]

Description

Ergocarpon cryptanthum (also called 'Cryptic Ergocarpon', among many other common names) is a small, perennial herb with yellow flowers and a woody stem. It is native to South Africa and typically grows in rocky outcrops and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Ergocarpon cryptanthum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a food source for livestock. It can also be used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Ergocarpon cryptanthum is a white, star-shaped flower with five petals and a yellow center. The seed of Ergocarpon cryptanthum is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings of Ergocarpon cryptanthum are small, green, oval-shaped seedlings with a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ergocarpon cryptanthum is a small shrub that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It prefers well-drained soil and can be propagated from cuttings or by division. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -5°C.

Where to Find Ergocarpon cryptanthum

Ergocarpon cryptanthum can be found in the Mediterranean region, as well as in parts of North Africa and the Middle East.

Ergocarpon cryptanthum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ergocarpon cryptanthum?

Ergocarpon cryptanthum

What are the common names of Ergocarpon cryptanthum?

Common names include Cryptantha Daisy and Cryptantha Daisy Bush

What is the natural habitat of Ergocarpon cryptanthum?

Ergocarpon cryptanthum is native to South Africa

Species in the Ergocarpon genus

Species in the Apiaceae family

Aciphylla anomala, Aciphylla aurea, Aciphylla cartilaginea, Aciphylla colensoi, Aciphylla congesta, Aciphylla crenulata, Aciphylla crosby-smithii, Aciphylla cuthbertiana, Aciphylla dieffenbachii, Aciphylla dissecta, Aciphylla divisa, Aciphylla dobsonii, Aciphylla ferox, Aciphylla flexuosa, Aciphylla glacialis, Aciphylla glaucescens, Aciphylla gracilis, Aciphylla hectori, Aciphylla hookeri, Aciphylla horrida, Aciphylla indurata, Aciphylla inermis, Aciphylla kirkii, Aciphylla latibracteata, Aciphylla lecomtei, Aciphylla leighii, Aciphylla lyallii, Aciphylla monroi, Aciphylla montana, Aciphylla multisecta, Aciphylla pinnatifida, Aciphylla polita, Aciphylla poppelwellii, Aciphylla scott-thomsonii, Aciphylla similis, Aciphylla simplex, Aciphylla simplicifolia, Aciphylla spedeni, Aciphylla squarrosa, Aciphylla stannensis, Aciphylla subflabellata, Aciphylla takahea, Aciphylla traillii, Aciphylla traversii, Aciphylla trifoliolata, Aciphylla verticillata, Acronema alpinum, Acronema astrantiifolium, Acronema brevipedicellatum, Acronema bryophilum,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2792459: Based on the initial data import
Karl Heinz Rechinger (1906-1998): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rech.f.' in the authors string.
Clifford Charles Townsend (1926-2018): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.C.Towns.' in the authors string.