Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
stenolepis
ID:
17617

Status:
valid

Authors:
(S.F.Blake) H.Rob.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1976

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 34: 379 (1976)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000016946



Common Names

  • Erato stenolepis
  • Stenolepis Erato
  • Stenolepis Love-in-a-Mist


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Synonyms

  • Liabum stenolepis S.F.Blake [unknown]
  • Munnozia stenolepis (S.F.Blake) H.Rob. & Brettell [unknown]

Description

Erato stenolepis (also called Greek Pink, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It has white flowers and narrow, linear leaves. It grows in dry, rocky soils and is commonly found in meadows, pastures, and along roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Erato stenolepis has been used to treat skin conditions, such as eczema and psoriasis. It can also be used as a natural dye for fabrics and as an insect repellent.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Erato stenolepis has small, white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Erato stenolepis is a perennial plant that prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by division in spring or early summer. Seeds can also be used, but they require cold stratification and may not be successful.

Where to Find Erato stenolepis

Erato stenolepis is a species of flowering plant in the daisy family Asteraceae. It is found in the Mediterranean region, from Portugal to Turkey.

Erato stenolepis FAQ

What is the natural habitat of Erato stenolepis?

Erato stenolepis is native to the Mediterranean region.

What type of soil does Erato stenolepis prefer?

Erato stenolepis prefers well-drained, sandy soil.

How much sunlight does Erato stenolepis need?

Erato stenolepis needs full sun to partial shade.

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-116399: Based on the initial data import
Harold E. Robinson (1932-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Rob.' in the authors string.
Sidney Fay Blake (1892-1959): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.F.Blake' in the authors string.