Elephantopus palustris - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
palustris
ID:
90230
Status:
valid
Authors:
Gardner
Source:
gcc
Year:
1846
Citation Micro:
London J. Bot. 5: 237 (1846)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000089559
Common Names
- Marsh Elephant's Foot
- Marsh Fleabane
- Marsh Thoroughwort
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesSynonyms
- Elephantopus vaginatus Gardner [unknown]
Description
Elephantopus palustris (also called Marsh Elephant's Foot, among many other common names) is an annual herb that grows up to 1 meter in height. It is native to the United States and Mexico and is found in dry, sandy soils.
Uses & Benefits
Elephantopus palustris is used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Elephantopus palustris has yellow flowers with a diameter of about 1 cm. Its seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have a rosette of leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Elephantopus palustris is a perennial herb that grows up to 1 m in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soils. Propagation is usually done by seed, which should be sown in the spring or early summer in a warm, sunny location.
Where to Find Elephantopus palustris
Elephantopus palustris is native to wetland habitats in the eastern United States and can be found in wet meadows, marshes, and swamps.
Elephantopus palustris FAQ
What type of plant is Elephantopus palustris?
Elephantopus palustris is a perennial herb.
Where does Elephantopus palustris grow?
Elephantopus palustris is native to Europe and North Africa.
What is the average height of Elephantopus palustris?
Elephantopus palustris typically grows to a height of 10-20 cm.
Species in the Elephantopus genus
Elephantopus mollis, Elephantopus micropappus, Elephantopus piauiensis, Elephantopus scaber, Elephantopus elatus, Elephantopus angolensis, Elephantopus biflorus, Elephantopus carolinianus, Elephantopus pratensis, Elephantopus multisetus, Elephantopus racemosus, Elephantopus dilatatus, Elephantopus erectus, Elephantopus tomentosus, Elephantopus nudicaulis, Elephantopus carolinianus, Elephantopus palustris, Elephantopus hirtiflorus, Elephantopus pratensis, Elephantopus nudatus, Elephantopus senegalensis, Elephantopus mendoncae, Elephantopus elongatus, Elephantopus riparius, Elephantopus arenarius,
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-45862: Based on the initial data import
George Gardner (1812-1849): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gardner' in the authors string.