Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
costaricensis
ID:
34731

Status:
valid

Authors:
E.Moran & V.A.Funk

Source:
gcc

Year:
2006

Citation Micro:
Syst. Bot. 31(3): 601 (2006)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000034060



Common Names

  • Erato Costa Rican Daisy
  • Costa Rican Daisy
  • Costa Rican Daisy Erato


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Description

Erato costaricensis (also called Costa Rican star, among many other common names) is a small herbaceous plant native to Costa Rica. It has a basal rosette of leaves with a single flower head. It grows in open, dry areas, often on rocky hillsides.

Uses & Benefits

Erato costaricensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used in landscaping.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Erato costaricensis is a white color and has five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, with a single stem and two small leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Erato costaricensis 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 requires minimal care once established.

Where to Find Erato costaricensis

Erato costaricensis can be found in Costa Rica.

Erato costaricensis FAQ

What type of plant is Erato costaricensis?

Erato costaricensis is a shrub.

Where is Erato costaricensis found?

Erato costaricensis is found in tropical forests of Central and South America.

What is the growth habit of Erato costaricensis?

Erato costaricensis is a low-growing, evergreen shrub that typically grows to 3-4 feet in height.

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-132926: Based on the initial data import
Victoria Ann Funk (1947-2019): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'V.A.Funk' in the authors string.
Emily Moran: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'E.Moran' in the authors string.