Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
corazonensis
ID:
9237

Status:
valid

Authors:
S.F.Blake & Sherff

Source:
gcc

Year:
1923

Citation Micro:
J. Washington Acad. Sci. 13: 104, fig. 1, b (1923)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000008566



Common Names

  • Ericentrodea corazonensis
  • Heart-leaved Ericentrodea
  • Heart-leaved Daisy


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Synonyms

  • Narvalina corazonensis Hieron. [unknown]
  • Narvalina corazonensis Hieron. ex Sodiro [unknown]
  • Ericentrodea corazonensis corazonensis [unknown]
  • Bidens rubifolia cuatrecasasii Sherff [unknown]
  • Ericentrodea corazonensis cuatrecasasii (Sherff) I.C.Chung [unknown]

Description

Ericentrodea corazonensis (also called Corazonensis Ericentrodea, among many other common names) is an annual herb that grows up to 30 cm tall. It is native to South America and is found in dry, rocky habitats. It has white flowers with yellow centers and feathery leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Ericentrodea corazonensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, headache, and stomachache.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Ericentrodea corazonensis is a yellow-rayed composite flower head, with a yellow disc and yellow ray florets. The seeds are small, dark brown, and oblong. The seedlings have a basal rosette of leaves with a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ericentrodea corazonensis is a perennial herb that is native to Mexico. It grows best in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a warm, sunny location. Division should be done in spring or summer.

Where to Find Ericentrodea corazonensis

Ericentrodea corazonensis can be found in Central America.

Ericentrodea corazonensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ericentrodea corazonensis?

Ericentrodea corazonensis

What is the common name of Ericentrodea corazonensis?

Corazonensis Ericentrodea

What is the growth habit of Ericentrodea corazonensis?

It is an annual herb with a prostrate habit

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-108294: Based on the initial data import
Sidney Fay Blake (1892-1959): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.F.Blake' in the authors string.
Earl Edward Sherff (1886-1966): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sherff' in the authors string.