Eremosis aristifera - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
aristifera
ID:
1318112
Status:
valid
Authors:
(S.F.Blake) Pruski
Source:
ipni
Year:
2016
Citation Micro:
Phytoneuron 2016-50: 26 (2016)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001330566
Common Names
- Eremosis aristifera
- Desert Holly
- Desert Christmas Tree
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Eremosis aristifera (also called Bristly Eremosis, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Chenopodiaceae. It is native to India and is found in moist, montane grasslands. It is an annual herb that grows up to 0.5 m tall and has yellow flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Eremosis aristifera is used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments, including fever, cough, and colds. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Eremosis aristifera is a small, white or pinkish-purple bloom with yellow anthers. The seed is a small, black, oblong nutlet. The seedlings are small, with narrow, linear leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Eremosis aristifera is a species of shrub native to South America. It is easily propagated from cuttings. Take cuttings from the tips of the branches in late spring or early summer. Dip the cuttings in rooting hormone and plant them in a well-drained soil in a sunny location. Water regularly and keep the soil moist. Fertilize the plants every two weeks with a balanced fertilizer.
Where to Find Eremosis aristifera
Eremosis aristifera can be found in the tropical forests of Colombia.
Eremosis aristifera FAQ
What is the scientific name of Eremosis aristifera?
Eremosis aristifera
What is the common name of Eremosis aristifera?
Aristifera
Where is Eremosis aristifera found?
South America
Species in the Eremosis genus
Eremosis oolepis, Eremosis obtusa, Eremosis tarchonanthifolia, Eremosis triflosculosa, Eremosis tomentosa, Eremosis foliosa, Eremosis salicifolia, Eremosis pallens, Eremosis shannonii, Eremosis salicifolia, Eremosis barbinervis, Eremosis ovata, Eremosis leiocarpa, Eremosis angusta, Eremosis littoralis, Eremosis heydeana, Eremosis solorzanoana, Eremosis pugana, Eremosis macvaughii, Eremosis feddemae, Eremosis corymbosa, Eremosis baadii, Eremosis aristifera, Eremosis villaregalis, Eremosis thomasii, Eremosis standleyi, Eremosis mima,
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
Sidney Fay Blake (1892-1959): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.F.Blake' in the authors string.
John Francis Pruski (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pruski' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:60472674-2: Based on the initial data import