Status:
valid
Authors:
MacLeish & H.Schumach.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1984
Citation Micro:
Syst. Bot. 9(1): 93 (fig. 6) (1984)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000055657
Common Names
- Eremanthus uniflorus
- One-flowered Eremanthus
- Uniflorus Eremanthus
Description
Eremanthus uniflorus (also called One-flowered Eremanthus, among many other common names) is a perennial herb with a basal rosette of leaves and a flowering stem reaching a height of up to 1 m. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in dry, rocky habitats, such as scrublands and grasslands.
Uses & Benefits
Eremanthus uniflorus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Eremanthus uniflorus has small, white flowers with yellow centers and dark green, lance-shaped leaves. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings are small and have thin, dark green leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Eremanthus uniflorus is a perennial plant that is best grown in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done through division of the root clumps in spring or early summer. Seeds can also be sown in spring or early summer.
Where to Find Eremanthus uniflorus
Eremanthus uniflorus is native to the Mediterranean region. It is found in dry grasslands, scrub, and rocky slopes.
Eremanthus uniflorus FAQ
What are the optimal growing conditions for Eremanthus uniflorus?
Eremanthus uniflorus prefers full sun to partial shade, and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures as low as -10°C.
What type of soil is best for Eremanthus uniflorus?
Eremanthus uniflorus prefers well-drained soil, but can tolerate a wide range of soil types.
What is the best way to propagate Eremanthus uniflorus?
Eremanthus uniflorus can be propagated by seed or by division of existing plants.
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,
References
Heiko Schumacher: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Schumach.' in the authors string.