Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
scaberulus
ID:
11874

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hook.f.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1864

Citation Micro:
Handb. N. Zeal. Fl. : 157 (1864)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000011203



Common Names

  • Scaberulus Erechtites
  • Scabrous Erechtites
  • Erechtites Scaberulus


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Synonyms

  • Senecio hispidulus A.Cunn. [unknown]
  • Senecio scaberulus (Hook.f.) D.G.Drury [unknown]
  • Erechtites scaberula scaberula [unknown]
  • Erechtites scaberula chathamica Allan [unknown]

Description

Erechtites scaberulus (also called Rough Fireweed, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Asteraceae family. It is native to the mountains of the Mediterranean region, and is found in rocky habitats. It has long, narrow leaves and yellow flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Erechtites scaberulus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat digestive disorders and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Erechtites scaberulus has yellow, daisy-like flowers with a yellow center and a diameter of about 2 cm. The flower heads are borne singly on stems up to 20 cm tall. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have long, narrow, pointed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Erechtites scaberulus is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can tolerate some drought but should be watered regularly during dry periods. It should be pruned back in late winter or early spring to promote new growth.

Where to Find Erechtites scaberulus

Erechtites scaberulus is native to Mexico and can be found in the Sierra Madre Occidental.

Erechtites scaberulus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Erechtites scaberulus?

Erechtites scaberulus

What is the common name of Erechtites scaberulus?

Scabrous fireweed

What is the distribution of Erechtites scaberulus?

It is found in Argentina, Bolivia, and Paraguay

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,