Eremosis littoralis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
littoralis
ID:
136095
Status:
valid
Authors:
Gleason
Source:
gcc
Year:
1922
Citation Micro:
N. Amer. Fl. 33(1): 100 (1922)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000135424
Common Names
- Beach Daisy
- Eremosis
- Littoral Daisy
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesSynonyms
- Vernonia littoralis Brandegee [unknown]
- Vernonia littoralis Brandg. [unknown]
- Critoniopsis littoralis (Brandegee) H.Rob. [unknown]
Description
Eremosis littoralis (also called Coastal Eremosis, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South Africa. It has a basal rosette of leaves and yellow flowers that bloom in summer. It grows in meadows, pastures, and other grasslands.
Uses & Benefits
Eremosis littoralis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for animals.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Eremosis littoralis is yellow and daisy-like. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are thin and have a single pair of leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Eremosis littoralis is an annual plant native to South Africa. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by seed, but it can also be propagated by cuttings. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some light frost.
Where to Find Eremosis littoralis
Eremosis littoralis is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in Spain, Portugal, Italy, and Morocco.
Eremosis littoralis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Eremosis littoralis?
Eremosis littoralis
What is the common name of Eremosis littoralis?
Coastal Eremosis
What is the natural habitat of Eremosis littoralis?
Sandy beaches
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
The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-96165: Based on the initial data import
Henry Gleason (1882-1975): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gleason' in the authors string.