Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
krauseanum
ID:
767458

Status:
valid

Authors:
Poelln.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1944

Citation Micro:
Feddes Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. 53: 183 (1944)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000766791



Common Names

  • Eriospermum krauseanum
  • Krauseanum Starfish Flower
  • Starfish Flower


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Description

Eriospermum krauseanum (also called 'Krause's Star of Bethlehem', among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South Africa. It has a rosette of leaves with white star-shaped flowers that bloom in the summer. It is found in grasslands, woodlands, and rocky outcrops.

Uses & Benefits

Eriospermum krauseanum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Eriospermum krauseanum has white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are slender and have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Eriospermum krauseanum can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or autumn in a light, sandy soil in a warm, sunny position. Division can be done in spring or autumn. The divisions should be planted in a light, sandy soil in a warm, sunny position.

Where to Find Eriospermum krauseanum

Eriospermum krauseanum is native to South Africa and can be found in the Eastern Cape, KwaZulu-Natal, and Limpopo provinces.

Eriospermum krauseanum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Eriospermum krauseanum?

Eriospermum krauseanum

What are the common names of Eriospermum krauseanum?

Common names of Eriospermum krauseanum include Cape Daisy and Dwarf Daisy

What is the natural habitat of Eriospermum krauseanum?

Eriospermum krauseanum is native to South Africa and is found in rocky outcrops and grasslands

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,

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