Status:
valid
Authors:
(Gardner) MacLeish
Source:
gcc
Year:
1987
Citation Micro:
Ann. Missouri Bot. Gard. 74: 282. 1987
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000090194
Common Names
- Brazilian Eremanthus
- Eremanthus Brasiliensis
- Brazilian
Description
Eremanthus brasiliensis (also called Brazilian Eremanthus, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to the Cerrado region of Brazil. It has a woody stem and opposite, serrated leaves. It is found in open grasslands and savannas.
Uses & Benefits
Eremanthus brasiliensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat fever, headaches, and digestive problems.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Eremanthus brasiliensis is white in color and has a bell shape. The seed is small, black, and has a smooth surface. The seedlings are small and have a thin stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Eremanthus brasiliensis is a perennial plant that is propagated by cuttings. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and partial shade. The cuttings should be taken in the spring or early summer and planted in a potting mix. The cuttings should be kept moist and in a warm, bright location until they are established. Once the cuttings are established, they should be watered regularly and fertilized every few weeks.
Where to Find Eremanthus brasiliensis
Eremanthus brasiliensis can be found in moist habitats in Central and South America.
Eremanthus brasiliensis FAQ
What are the light requirements of Eremanthus brasiliensis?
Eremanthus brasiliensis prefers bright, indirect sunlight.
What is the ideal temperature range for Eremanthus brasiliensis?
Eremanthus brasiliensis prefers temperatures between 65-75°F (18-24°C).
What is the ideal soil type for Eremanthus brasiliensis?
Eremanthus brasiliensis prefers well-draining, slightly acidic soil.
Species in the Eremanthus genus
Eremanthus reflexo-auriculatus,
Eremanthus erythropappus,
Eremanthus cinctus,
Eremanthus argenteus,
Eremanthus elaeagnus,
Eremanthus pabstii,
Eremanthus veadeiroensis,
Eremanthus rondoniensis,
Eremanthus glomeratus,
Eremanthus auriculatus,
Eremanthus mollis,
Eremanthus crotonoides,
Eremanthus incanus,
Eremanthus glomerulatus,
Eremanthus santosii,
Eremanthus capitatus,
Eremanthus brasiliensis,
Eremanthus hatschbachii,
Eremanthus leucodendron,
Eremanthus polycephalus,
Eremanthus mattogrossensis,
Eremanthus harleyi,
Eremanthus goyazensis,
Eremanthus arboreus,
Eremanthus brevifolius,
Eremanthus ovatifolius,
Eremanthus praetermissus,
Eremanthus uniflorus,
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,