Status:
valid
Authors:
H.Rob.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1997
Citation Micro:
Rhodora 98(893): 88. 1997 [1996 publ. 1997]
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000079209
Common Names
- Santos' Eremanthus
- Eremanthus santosii
- Eremanthus
Description
Eremanthus santosii (also called Santos' Eremanthus, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub with white flowers and narrow, oval leaves. It is native to Brazil and is found in open woodlands and savannas.
Uses & Benefits
Eremanthus santosii is a shrub that is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens. It has attractive foliage and small yellow flowers. It is also used as an ingredient in herbal teas, as it is believed to have medicinal properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Eremanthus santosii is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are thin and green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Eremanthus santosii is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soils. It is tolerant of drought and can be grown in a variety of soils. It can be propagated by seed, division, or cuttings. It is best to sow the seeds in spring or early summer in a sunny location.
Where to Find Eremanthus santosii
Eremanthus santosii is native to Brazil, and can be found in open, grassy areas.
Eremanthus santosii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Eremanthus santosii?
Eremanthus santosii
What is the common name of Eremanthus santosii?
Santos' Eremanthus
What is the natural habitat of Eremanthus santosii?
Open woodlands and rocky hillsides
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,