Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
africanus
ID:
99657

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1753

Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl. : 926 (1753)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000098986



Common Names

  • African Eriocephalus
  • Eriocephalus
  • Africanus


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Synonyms

  • Monochlaena racemosa Cass. [unknown]
  • Eriocephalus corymbosus Moench [unknown]
  • Eriocephalus racemosus Gaertn. [unknown]
  • Eriocephalus umbellulatus DC. [unknown]
  • Eriocephalus variifolius Salisb. [unknown]
  • Achillea fasciculata Burm.f. [unknown]
  • Eriocephalus frutescens R.Br. [unknown]
  • Eriocephalus africanus africanus [unknown]
  • Eriocephalus umbellulatus Cass. [unknown]
  • Eriocephalus septifer Cass. [unknown]

Description

Eriocephalus africanus (also called African Eriocephalus, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant that grows up to 1 foot tall. It is native to the western United States, from California to Arizona, and is found in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Eriocephalus africanus is used as a medicinal plant and also as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Eriocephalus africanus var. paniculatus (Cass.) M.A.N.Müll., P.P.J.Herman & Kolberg

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Eriocephalus africanus has white flowers with a diameter of about 1 cm. The seeds are small, dark brown and oval in shape. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Eriocephalus africanus is a hardy, evergreen shrub that grows in a wide range of climates. It is drought-tolerant and prefers full sun. Propagation is best done from cuttings taken in late spring or early summer. The cuttings should be taken from the tips of the branches and should have at least two sets of leaves. Place the cuttings in a well-draining potting mix and keep them moist until they have rooted. Once they have rooted, they can be transplanted into the garden.

Where to Find Eriocephalus africanus

Eriocephalus africanus is native to South Africa and can be found in the Western Cape and Eastern Cape provinces.

Eriocephalus africanus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Eriocephalus africanus?

Eriocephalus africanus

What is the common name of Eriocephalus africanus?

African Eriocephalus

What is the natural habitat of Eriocephalus africanus?

Dry and semi-arid regions of Africa

Species in the Eriocephalus genus

Eriocephalus capitellatus, Eriocephalus scariosissimus, Eriocephalus ericoides, Eriocephalus macroglossus, Eriocephalus racemosus, Eriocephalus scariosus, Eriocephalus longifolius, Eriocephalus microcephalus, Eriocephalus punctulatus, Eriocephalus glandulosus, Eriocephalus pinnatus, Eriocephalus tuberculosus, Eriocephalus namaquensis, Eriocephalus tenuifolius, Eriocephalus brevifolius, Eriocephalus pauperrimus, Eriocephalus microphyllus, Eriocephalus klinghardtensis, Eriocephalus dinteri, Eriocephalus eximius, Eriocephalus pteronioides, Eriocephalus aspalathoides, Eriocephalus aromaticus, Eriocephalus ambiguus, Eriocephalus septulifer, Eriocephalus merxmuelleri, Eriocephalus sericeus, Eriocephalus spinescens, Eriocephalus africanus, Eriocephalus tenuipes, Eriocephalus grandiflorus, Eriocephalus aspalathoides, Eriocephalus hirsutus, Eriocephalus karooicus, Eriocephalus kingesii, Eriocephalus giessii, Eriocephalus aspalathoides, Eriocephalus xerophilus,

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-5557: Based on the initial data import
Carl Linnaeus (1707-1778): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.' in the authors string.