Engleria decumbens - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
decumbens
ID:
78816
Status:
valid
Authors:
Hiern
Source:
gcc
Year:
1898
Citation Micro:
Cat. Afr. Pl. i. 591
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000078145
Common Names
- Decumbent Engleria
- Engleria
- Engler's Daisy
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesSynonyms
- Adenogonum decumbens Welw. [unknown]
- Engleria africana radiata Oliv. [unknown]
Description
Engleria decumbens (also called Decumbent Engleria, among many other common names) is an annual herb that grows up to 10 cm tall. It has a hairy stem and leaves that are linear to lance-shaped. It is native to Europe and is found in grasslands, meadows, and disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Engleria decumbens is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating fever and inflammation.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Engleria decumbens is a small, yellow, star-shaped flower with yellow centers. The seed is a small, dark brown achene. The seedlings are small, with a single, narrow leaf.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Engleria decumbens is an herbaceous perennial that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and moist soil, and can be grown in USDA hardiness zones 4-9. Seeds should be sown in spring or autumn, and division should be done in early spring.
Where to Find Engleria decumbens
Engleria decumbens is native to North America and can be found in the eastern and central United States, as well as parts of Canada. It grows in moist, shady areas, such as meadows, woodlands, and wetlands.
Engleria decumbens FAQ
What is the natural habitat of Engleria decumbens?
Engleria decumbens is native to South America.
What is the growth habit of Engleria decumbens?
Engleria decumbens is a perennial herb that grows up to 1 m tall.
What is the flower color of Engleria decumbens?
The flowers of Engleria decumbens are yellow or orange in color.
Species in the Engleria 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-34746: Based on the initial data import
William Philip Hiern (1839-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hiern' in the authors string.