Status:
valid
Authors:
Sch.Bip.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1863
Citation Micro:
Jahresber. Pollichia 20-21: 396 (1863)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000070659
Common Names
- Eremanthus crotonoides
- Crotonoides Eremanthus
- Crotonoides
Description
Eremanthus crotonoides (also called Croton-leaved Eremanthus, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to South America. It typically grows to a height of 10–30 cm and has a basal rosette of leaves. The flowers are yellow and are arranged in a solitary head. It prefers dry, sunny habitats and is often found in sandy areas.
Uses & Benefits
Eremanthus crotonoides is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It has a beautiful white flower which is often used in flower arrangements. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Eremanthus crotonoides has yellow flowers with yellow centers and white petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and light green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Eremanthus crotonoides is a shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can be grown in USDA hardiness zones 8-10.
Where to Find Eremanthus crotonoides
Eremanthus crotonoides is native to South America and can be found in grasslands, open woodlands, and disturbed areas.
Eremanthus crotonoides FAQ
What is the scientific name of Eremanthus crotonoides?
Eremanthus crotonoides
What is the common name of Eremanthus crotonoides?
Croton-like eremanthus
What is the habitat of Eremanthus crotonoides?
Eremanthus crotonoides is found in dry, open areas, such as grasslands and chaparral.
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,