Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
ellenbeckii
ID:
60123

Status:
valid

Authors:
Cufod.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1943

Citation Micro:
Nuovo Giorn. Bot. Ital. , n.s., 50: 107 (1943)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000059452



Common Names

  • Blepharispermum Ellenbeckii
  • Ellenbeckii
  • Blepharispermum


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Description

Blepharispermum ellenbeckii (also called Ellenbeck's Blepharispermum, among many other common names) is a shrub native to East Africa. It grows to a height of up to 2 m and has small, linear leaves. Its flowers are yellow and it grows in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Blepharispermum ellenbeckii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used for its medicinal properties such as treating skin diseases, fever, and inflammation.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Blepharispermum ellenbeckii is a small, white or yellowish flower with five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, with a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Blepharispermum ellenbeckii is a small, evergreen shrub that grows up to 1 m in height. It prefers well-drained soils and full sun. Propagation is usually done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained soil. Cuttings should be taken from the tips of the branches in late spring or early summer. Place the cuttings in a rooting medium such as perlite or sand and keep moist. Rooting should occur in 4-6 weeks.

Where to Find Blepharispermum ellenbeckii

Blepharispermum ellenbeckii can be found in the dry sclerophyll forests of south-eastern Australia.

Blepharispermum ellenbeckii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Blepharispermum ellenbeckii?

Blepharispermum ellenbeckii

What is the common name of Blepharispermum ellenbeckii?

Ellenbeck's Eyelash

What is the natural habitat of Blepharispermum ellenbeckii?

Dry, rocky hillsides in the Mediterranean region

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-16539: Based on the initial data import
Georg Cufodontis (1896-1974): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cufod.' in the authors string.