Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
decomposita
ID:
113774

Status:
valid

Authors:
S.F.Blake & Sherff

Source:
gcc

Year:
1931

Citation Micro:
Bot. Gaz. 92: 207 (1931)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000113103



Common Names

  • Mountain Daisy
  • Decomposing Daisy
  • Ericentrodea


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Description

Ericentrodea decomposita (also called False Daisy, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to tropical and subtropical regions of the world. It has a small, erect stem and small, yellow flowers. It grows in moist soils, such as wetlands and riverbanks.

Uses & Benefits

Ericentrodea decomposita is an ornamental plant used in gardens and flower beds. It has a long flowering period and is attractive to bees and butterflies. It is also used in landscaping for its drought tolerance and as a groundcover.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Ericentrodea decomposita has small, white flowers with a yellow center. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have long, thin leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ericentrodea decomposita can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-drained soil mix. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and planted in a well-drained soil mix. It is best to water the plant regularly and provide it with plenty of sunlight.

Where to Find Ericentrodea decomposita

Ericentrodea decomposita is native to South Africa and can be found in grasslands, woodlands, and disturbed areas.

Ericentrodea decomposita FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ericentrodea decomposita?

Ericentrodea decomposita

What is the common name of Ericentrodea decomposita?

Decomposing Heath

What is the natural habitat of Ericentrodea decomposita?

Heathlands, woodlands, and disturbed areas

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-7282: 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.