Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
erysithales
ID:
95238

Status:
valid

Authors:
(DC.) Roessler

Source:
gcc

Year:
1959

Citation Micro:
Mitt. Bot. Staatssamml. München iii. 258 (1959)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000094567



Common Names

  • Erysithales Berkheya
  • Erysithales Berkehya
  • Erysithales Berkehya Daisy


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Description

Berkheya erysithales (also called Silverleaf, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to tropical regions of the Americas and Africa. It grows up to 1 meter in height and has small yellow flowers. It is found in dry habitats such as grasslands, savannas, and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Berkheya erysithales is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, as a hedge plant, and as a medicinal plant. It has anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties and is used to treat wounds, skin infections, and other ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Berkheya erysithales has white flowers with five petals, small seeds, and small seedlings with narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Berkheya erysithales is a perennial herb native to South Africa. It is typically grown in full sun to partial shade and prefers well-drained soils. Propagation is typically done through division or cuttings. Division should be done in the spring or fall when the plant is actively growing. Cuttings should be taken in the summer when the plant is actively growing. Cuttings should be taken from the top of the plant and should be about 4 inches long.

Where to Find Berkheya erysithales

Berkheya erysithales can be found in the southern parts of Africa, from South Africa to Zimbabwe.

Berkheya erysithales FAQ

What is the scientific name of Berkheya erysithales?

Berkheya erysithales

What is the common name of Berkheya erysithales?

Erysithales Berkheya

Where is Berkheya erysithales found?

Berkheya erysithales is found in the mountains of South Africa.

Species in the Berkheya genus

Berkheya johnstoniana, Berkheya griquana, Berkheya chiesiana, Berkheya milleriana, Berkheya echinacea, Berkheya spekeana, Berkheya radula, Berkheya carduodes, Berkheya maritima, Berkheya sphaerocephala, Berkheya spinosa, Berkheya tysonii, Berkheya montana, Berkheya fruticosa, Berkheya nivea, Berkheya speciosa, Berkheya setifera, Berkheya angolensis, Berkheya carlinoides, Berkheya mackenii, Berkheya spinosissima, Berkheya onobromoides, Berkheya carlinifolia, Berkheya carlinopsis, Berkheya ferox, Berkheya cruciata, Berkheya eriobasis, Berkheya rhapontica, Berkheya insignis, Berkheya angustifolia, Berkheya umbellata, Berkheya dregei, Berkheya leucaugeta, Berkheya carlinopsis, Berkheya draco, Berkheya discolor, Berkheya cirsiifolia, Berkheya pauciflora, Berkheya subulata, Berkheya pinnatifida, Berkheya herbacea, Berkheya glabrata, Berkheya rigida, Berkheya seminivea, Berkheya francisci, Berkheya annectens, Berkheya coriacea, Berkheya latifolia, Berkheya angusta, Berkheya coddii,

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-50763: Based on the initial data import
Augustin Pyramus de Candolle (1778-1841): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'DC.' in the authors string.
Helmut Roessler (b.1926): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Roessler' in the authors string.