Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
eriolepis
ID:
88222

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Coss. ex Maire) Oberpr. & Vogt

Source:
gcc

Year:
2002

Citation Micro:
Willdenowia 32(2): 197 (2002) (2002)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000087551



Common Names

  • Woolly Clover
  • Woollyhead Clover
  • Woollyhead Centaurea


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Description

Cladanthus eriolepis (also called Woolly Daisy, among many other common names) is an annual herb that grows up to 0.5 m in height. It has white flowers with a diameter of 0.5-1 cm and a long, slender stem. It is native to western North America and is found in dry, open areas such as prairies, roadsides and disturbed sites.

Uses & Benefits

Cladanthus eriolepis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments such as fever, colds, and stomach aches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Cladanthus eriolepis has small yellow flowers with four petals. The seeds are small, oval-shaped and black. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cladanthus eriolepis is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and dry, well-drained soil. It can also be propagated by division in the spring or fall.

Where to Find Cladanthus eriolepis

Cladanthus eriolepis can be found in the western United States, from California to Colorado and Wyoming.

Cladanthus eriolepis FAQ

What type of soil does Cladanthus eriolepis prefer?

Cladanthus eriolepis prefers well-draining, sandy soil with a pH of 6.5-7.5.

What is the optimal temperature for Cladanthus eriolepis?

Cladanthus eriolepis prefers temperatures between 50-75°F (10-24°C).

How much sunlight does Cladanthus eriolepis need?

Cladanthus eriolepis prefers full sun to partial shade.

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-4391: Based on the initial data import
Robert M. Vogt (b.1957): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Vogt' in the authors string.
Christoph Oberprieler (b.1964): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Oberpr.' in the authors string.
Ernest Cosson (1819-1889): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Coss.' in the authors string.
René Maire (1878-1949): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Maire' in the authors string.