Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
ericoides
ID:
29979

Status:
valid

Authors:
Gaertn.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1791

Citation Micro:
Fruct. Sem. Pl. ii. 463. t. 173 (1791)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000029308



Common Names

  • Disparago
  • Heath Starwort
  • Ericoid Starwort


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Synonyms

  • Wigandia lasiocarpa Kuntze [unknown]
  • Wigandia ericodes Kuntze [unknown]
  • Wigandia disparaginoides Less. [unknown]
  • Stoebe torta Spreng. [unknown]
  • Wigandia seriphiodes Kuntze [unknown]
  • Disparago hoffmanniana Schltr. [unknown]
  • Disparago lasiocarpa Cass. [unknown]
  • Seriphium ericoides Pers. [unknown]
  • Disparago seriphioides DC. [unknown]

Description

Disparago ericoides (also called 'Heath Disparago', among many other common names) is an evergreen perennial plant native to the Mediterranean region. It has a basal rosette of leaves and yellow flowers that bloom in the summer. It is found in dry grasslands, scrub, and rocky slopes.

Uses & Benefits

Disparago ericoides is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating digestive disorders and fever.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Disparago ericoides is a yellow, daisy-like flower. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Disparago ericoides is a perennial herbaceous plant that is native to Europe and North America. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is by division or seed.

Where to Find Disparago ericoides

Disparago ericoides can be found in the Canary Islands, Madeira, and the Azores.

Disparago ericoides FAQ

What is the common name of Disparago ericoides?

Heath Disparago

What is the natural habitat of Disparago ericoides?

It is native to Europe and is found in grasslands, meadows, and roadsides.

What are the uses of Disparago ericoides?

It is used as an ornamental plant and for medicinal purposes.

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-128323: Based on the initial data import
Joseph Gaertner (1732-1791): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gaertn.' in the authors string.