Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
erosum
ID:
3128

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Sw.) DC.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1836

Citation Micro:
Prodr. 5: 506 (1836)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000002457



Common Names

  • Butterfly Bush
  • Erosum Clibadium
  • Tropical Daisy


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Synonyms

  • Trixis erosa Sw. [unknown]
  • Clibadium fragiferum Griseb. [unknown]
  • Baillieria erosa Poir. [unknown]

Description

Clibadium erosum (also called Erect Clibadium, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to tropical regions of Central and South America. It has a woody stem and its leaves are ovate-lanceolate in shape. It grows in moist and shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Clibadium erosum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used as a windbreak and for erosion control. The plant has a high tolerance for drought and can be used in xeriscaping.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Clibadium erosum is a yellow-orange color with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, with thin stems and long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Clibadium erosum is a perennial herb that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -10°C. It can be propagated from cuttings taken in late spring or early summer. The cuttings should be taken from the tips of the stems and planted in a well-draining potting mix. Once established, it can be propagated by division.

Where to Find Clibadium erosum

Clibadium erosum is native to the Caribbean and can be found in dry, rocky areas, such as hillsides and canyons.

Clibadium erosum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Clibadium erosum?

Clibadium erosum

What is the common name of Clibadium erosum?

Butterfly Weed

What is the natural habitat of Clibadium erosum?

Dry, sandy soils

Species in the Clibadium genus

Clibadium sprucei, Clibadium erosum, Clibadium leptophyllum, Clibadium sodiroi, Clibadium glabrescens, Clibadium micranthum, Clibadium pastazense, Clibadium microcephalum, Clibadium remotiflorum, Clibadium arriagadae, Clibadium pentaneuron, Clibadium harlingii, Clibadium peruvianum, Clibadium glomeratum, Clibadium manabiense, Clibadium subsessilifolium, Clibadium acuminatum, Clibadium peruvianum, Clibadium armanii, Clibadium grandifolium, Clibadium eggersii, Clibadium congestum, Clibadium leiocarpum, Clibadium trianae, Clibadium rhytidophyllum, Clibadium armanii, Clibadium arboreum, Clibadium surinamense, Clibadium sodiroi, Clibadium pileorubrum, Clibadium laxum, Clibadium sessile, Clibadium frontinoense, Clibadium anceps, Clibadium divaricatum, Clibadium cordatum, Clibadium websteri, Clibadium terebinthinaceum, Clibadium sylvestre, Clibadium zarucchii, Clibadium scandens,

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-102362: Based on the initial data import
Augustin Pyramus de Candolle (1778-1841): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'DC.' in the authors string.
Olof Swartz (1760-1817): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sw.' in the authors string.