Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
arboreus
ID:
135985

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Gardner) MacLeish

Source:
gcc

Year:
1987

Citation Micro:
Ann. Missouri Bot. Gard. 74(2): 286 (1987): (1987)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000135314



Common Names

  • Tree Alder
  • Tree Eremantus
  • Alder-leaved Eremantus


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Synonyms

  • Albertinia arborea Gardner [unknown]
  • Vanillosmopsis arborea Baker [unknown]

Description

Eremanthus arboreus (also called Tree Eremanthus, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to South America. It has a basal rosette of leaves and yellow flowers that bloom in summer. It grows in meadows, pastures, and other grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Eremanthus arboreus is a species of flowering plant in the daisy family. It is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Eremanthus arboreus is a small yellow flower head with white petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Eremanthus arboreus can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and rooted in a moist soil mix. Both methods should be done in spring or summer for best results.

Where to Find Eremanthus arboreus

Eremanthus arboreus is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in dry, sunny areas. It is often found in rocky hillsides and open woodlands.

Eremanthus arboreus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Eremanthus arboreus?

Eremanthus arboreus

What is the common name of Eremanthus arboreus?

Tree Eremanthus

What is the natural habitat of Eremanthus arboreus?

Dry forests and scrublands

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

George Gardner (1812-1849): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gardner' in the authors string.
Nanda F. Fleming MacLeish (b.1953): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'MacLeish' in the authors string.