Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
polycephalus
ID:
118587

Status:
valid

Authors:
(DC.) MacLeish

Source:
gcc

Year:
1987

Citation Micro:
Ann. Missouri Bot. Gard. 74: 283. 1987

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000117916



Common Names

  • Eremanthus polycephalus
  • Many-headed Eremanthus
  • Many-headed Woolybush


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Synonyms

  • Vanillosmopsis polycephala Sch.Bip. [unknown]
  • Vanillosmopsis saligna Sch.Bip. [unknown]
  • Albertinia polycephala DC. [unknown]
  • Albertinia multiflora Mart. ex DC. [unknown]
  • Albertinia multiflora Mart. ex Baker [deprecated]
  • Albertinia saligna Mart. ex DC. [unknown]
  • Albertinia saligna Mart. [unknown]
  • Albertinia multiflora Mart. [unknown]

Description

Eremanthus polycephalus (also called Many-headed Eremanthus, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to South America. It is characterized by its woolly leaves and stems, and its white flower heads. It typically grows in open woodlands, grasslands, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Eremanthus polycephalus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a food source and for medicinal purposes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Eremanthus polycephalus has small white flowers with yellow centers and small, black seeds. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Eremanthus polycephalus is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It is tolerant of drought and can be grown in a variety of soil types. It can be propagated by seed or division and may require staking in exposed areas.

Where to Find Eremanthus polycephalus

Eremanthus polycephalus is native to the tropical forests of Central and South America and can be found in moist, shady areas.

Eremanthus polycephalus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Eremanthus polycephalus?

Eremanthus polycephalus

What type of plant is Eremanthus polycephalus?

Herb

Where is Eremanthus polycephalus native to?

South America

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

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-79264: Based on the initial data import
Augustin Pyramus de Candolle (1778-1841): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'DC.' in the authors string.
Nanda F. Fleming MacLeish (b.1953): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'MacLeish' in the authors string.