Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
erecta
ID:
26565

Status:
valid

Authors:
(L.) Smoljan.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1955

Citation Micro:
Bot. Mater. Gerb. Bot. Inst. Komarova Akad. Nauk S.S.S.R. 17: 450 (1955)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000025894



Common Names

  • Bombycilaena erecta
  • Erecta Bombycilaena
  • Bombycilaena of Erecta


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Synonyms

  • Micropus conyzaeus Dubois [unknown]
  • Gnaphalodes erecta Moench [unknown]
  • Filago multicaulis Lam. [unknown]
  • Filago erecta (L.) Myrz. [unknown]
  • Micropus erectus erectus [unknown]
  • Bombycilaena erecta erecta [unknown]
  • Micropus erectus L. [unknown]
  • Filago leontopodioides E.H.L.Krause [unknown]
  • Micropus erectus discolor Pers. [unknown]

Description

Bombycilaena erecta (also called Erect Bombycilaena, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub of the Asteraceae family. It has a woody stem and yellow daisy-like flowers. It is native to South Africa and prefers dry, sunny habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Bombycilaena erecta is a perennial plant that is used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antispasmodic properties. It is also used as a decorative plant in gardens and is known for its bright yellow flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Bombycilaena erecta are yellow and daisy-like, with a yellow center and white petals. The seeds are small, oval-shaped and black. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of leaves and a thin stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bombycilaena erecta is an annual herbaceous plant native to North America. It prefers full sun and well-draining soil. Propagation is best done by seed sown in the spring. Seeds should be sown in a cold frame and kept moist until germination occurs.

Where to Find Bombycilaena erecta

Bombycilaena erecta is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in countries such as Spain, Portugal, Italy, Greece, and Turkey.

Bombycilaena erecta FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bombycilaena erecta?

Bombycilaena erecta

What is the common name of Bombycilaena erecta?

Erecta Bombycilaena

What is the natural habitat of Bombycilaena erecta?

It is found in South Africa

Species in the Bombycilaena genus

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-125016: Based on the initial data import
Carl Linnaeus (1707-1778): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.' in the authors string.
L.A. Smoljaninova (1904-1990): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Smoljan.' in the authors string.