Eriospermum crispum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
crispum
ID:
767403
Status:
valid
Authors:
P.L.Perry
Source:
wcs
Year:
1994
Citation Micro:
Contr. Bolus Herb. 17: 158 (1994)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000766736
Common Names
- Eriospermum crispum
- Crisp Starfish Flower
- Starfish Flower
Searching for Eriospermum crispum? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!
Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Eriospermum crispum (also called Curly spiderhead, among many other common names) is a perennial plant with a rosette of basal leaves and a tall, unbranched stem. It is native to South Africa, and is found in dry, rocky, and sandy habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Eriospermum crispum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases and wounds.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Eriospermum crispum is a white star-shaped flower with yellow anthers. The seed is a small, brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, with narrow, pointed leaves.
Searching for Eriospermum crispum? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!
Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Eriospermum crispum is a hardy perennial that grows in full sun to partial shade. It prefers well-drained soil and can tolerate drought. Propagation is by seed or division of the clumps in spring or autumn.
Where to Find Eriospermum crispum
Eriospermum crispum is native to South Africa and is found in rocky habitats.
Eriospermum crispum FAQ
What is the optimal temperature for Eriospermum crispum?
Eriospermum crispum prefers temperatures between 65-75 degrees Fahrenheit.
How much sunlight does Eriospermum crispum need?
Eriospermum crispum prefers partial shade or filtered sunlight.
What type of soil is best for Eriospermum crispum?
Eriospermum crispum prefers well-draining, sandy soil.
Species in the Eriospermum genus
Eriospermum abyssinicum, Eriospermum aequilibre, Eriospermum alcicorne, Eriospermum algiferum, Eriospermum andongense, Eriospermum aphyllum, Eriospermum appendiculatum, Eriospermum arachnoideum, Eriospermum arenosum, Eriospermum aribesense, Eriospermum armianum, Eriospermum attenuatum, Eriospermum bakerianum, Eriospermum bayeri, Eriospermum bifidum, Eriospermum bowieanum, Eriospermum bracteatum, Eriospermum brevipes, Eriospermum breviscapum, Eriospermum bruynsii, Eriospermum buchubergense, Eriospermum calcareum, Eriospermum capense, Eriospermum cecilii, Eriospermum cernuum, Eriospermum cervicorne, Eriospermum ciliatum, Eriospermum citrinum, Eriospermum coactum, Eriospermum cooperi, Eriospermum cordiforme, Eriospermum corymbosum, Eriospermum crispum, Eriospermum currorii, Eriospermum descendens, Eriospermum deserticola, Eriospermum dielsianum, Eriospermum dissitiflorum, Eriospermum dregei, Eriospermum dyeri, Eriospermum erinum, Eriospermum eriophorum, Eriospermum ernstii, Eriospermum exigium, Eriospermum exile, Eriospermum filicaule, Eriospermum flabellatum, Eriospermum flavum, Eriospermum flexum, Eriospermum flexuosum,
Species in the Asparagaceae family
Acanthocarpus canaliculatus, Acanthocarpus humilis, Acanthocarpus parviflorus, Acanthocarpus preissii, Acanthocarpus robustus, Acanthocarpus rupestris, Acanthocarpus verticillatus, Agave acicularis, Agave acklinicola, Agave ajoensis, Agave aktites, Agave albescens, Agave albomarginata, Agave americana, Agave angustiarum, Agave angustifolia, Agave anomala, Agave antillarum, Agave apedicellata, Agave applanata, Agave arizonica, Agave arubensis, Agave asperrima, Agave atrovirens, Agave attenuata, Agave aurea, Agave avellanidens, Agave bahamana, Agave bicolor, Agave boldinghiana, Agave bovicornuta, Agave braceana, Agave bracteosa, Agave brevipetala, Agave brevispina, Agave brittoniana, Agave brunnea, Agave bulliana, Agave cacozela, Agave cajalbanensis, Agave calodonta, Agave capensis, Agave caribaeicola, Agave cerulata, Agave chamelensis, Agave chiapensis, Agave chrysantha, Agave chrysoglossa, Agave cocui, Agave collina,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-305589: Based on the initial data import
Pauline Lesley Perry (b.1927): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.L.Perry' in the authors string.