Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
eriocarphus
ID:
4602

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Greenm.) B.Nord.

Source:
gcc

Year:
2006

Citation Micro:
Compositae Newslett. 44: 53 (2006)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000003931



Common Names

  • Antillanthus eriocarphus
  • Woolly-Head Antillanthus
  • Woolly-Head Daisy


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Synonyms

  • Pentacalia eriocarpha (Greenm.) Borhidi [unknown]

Description

Antillanthus eriocarphus (also called Eriocarphus, among many other common names) is a small shrub with a woody stem and small, white flowers. It is native to the Caribbean and is found in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Antillanthus eriocarphus 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 headaches. It is also used as a natural insect repellent.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Antillanthus eriocarphus is a small, yellow-green, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Antillanthus eriocarphus is a perennial plant that prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed sown in spring or autumn or by division of clumps in spring.

Where to Find Antillanthus eriocarphus

Antillanthus eriocarphus can be found in the tropical and subtropical regions of South America, including Brazil, Argentina, and Paraguay.

Antillanthus eriocarphus FAQ

What are the common names of Antillanthus eriocarphus?

Common names of Antillanthus eriocarphus include Woolly Daisy, Woolly Daisybush, and Woolly Daisy-bush

What is the growth habit of Antillanthus eriocarphus?

Antillanthus eriocarphus is an evergreen shrub with a low-growing, mat-forming habit

What is the native range of Antillanthus eriocarphus?

Antillanthus eriocarphus is native to South America

Species in the Asteraceae family

Aaronsohnia pubescens, Aaronsohnia factorovskyi, Abrotanella filiformis, Abrotanella rostrata, Abrotanella linearis, Abrotanella trilobata, Abrotanella muscosa, Abrotanella inconspicua, Abrotanella trichoachaenia, Abrotanella caespitosa, Abrotanella nivigena, Abrotanella pusilla, Abrotanella linearifolia, Abrotanella papuana, Abrotanella rosulata, Abrotanella emarginata, Abrotanella fertilis, Abrotanella spathulata, Abrotanella purpurea, Abrotanella patearoa, Abrotanella submarginata, Abrotanella diemii, Abrotanella scapigera, Abrotanella forsterioides, Acamptopappus shockleyi, Acamptopappus sphaerocephalus, Acanthocephalus benthamianus, Acanthocephalus amplexifolius, Acanthocladium dockeri, Acanthodesmos distichus, Acanthodesmos gibarensis, Acanthospermum humile, Acanthospermum consobrinum, Acanthospermum glabratum, Acanthospermum microcarpum, Acanthospermum hispidum, Acanthospermum australe, Acanthospermum lecocarpoides, Acanthostyles buniifolius, Acanthostyles saucechicoensis, Achillea buiana, Achillea conrathii, Achillea cucullata, Achillea styriaca, Achillea clavennae, Achillea cappadocica, Achillea huber-morathii, Achillea ptarmicoides, Achillea sieheana, Achillea barrelieri,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-103792: Based on the initial data import
Jesse More Greenman (1867-1951): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Greenm.' in the authors string.
Bertil Nordenstam (b.1936): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.Nord.' in the authors string.