Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
crotonoides
ID:
71330

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


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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.

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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 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