Eremosis feddemae - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
feddemae
ID:
1318109
Status:
valid
Authors:
(McVaugh) Pruski
Source:
ipni
Year:
2016
Citation Micro:
Phytoneuron 2016-50: 30 (2016)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001330563
Common Names
- Eremosis feddemae
- Feddemae Eremosis
- Eremosis
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Eremosis feddemae (also called Feddema's Eremosis, among many other common names) is a perennial herb that grows up to 1 m tall. It is native to the Caribbean and Central America and is found in dry and moist forests.
Uses & Benefits
Eremosis feddemae is a popular ornamental plant with fragrant white flowers. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat skin diseases and as an insect repellent.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Eremosis feddemae has small, white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Eremosis feddemae 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 feddemae
Eremosis feddemae can be found in the tropical forests of Colombia.
Eremosis feddemae FAQ
What is the scientific name of Eremosis feddemae?
Eremosis feddemae
What is the common name of Eremosis feddemae?
Feddemae
Where is Eremosis feddemae 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
John Francis Pruski (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pruski' in the authors string.
Rogers McVaugh (1909-2009): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'McVaugh' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:60472671-2: Based on the initial data import