Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
dinteri
ID:
72523

Status:
valid

Authors:
S.Moore

Source:
gcc

Year:
1904

Citation Micro:
Bull. Herb. Boissier , sér. 2: 4: 1018 (1904)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000071852



Common Names

  • Dinteri Eriocephalus
  • Dinteri Cotton-Thistle
  • Dinteri Woolly-Head


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Synonyms

  • Eriocephalus parviflorus Dinter [unknown]

Description

Eriocephalus dinteri (also called African Daisy, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South Africa. It has a single stem that grows up to 20 cm tall and has white flowers with yellow centers. It grows in dry grasslands and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Eriocephalus dinteri is a flowering plant that is used as an ornamental plant in gardens. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases and wounds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Eriocephalus dinteri is white and daisy-like, with a single row of petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and upright.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Eriocephalus dinteri is a perennial shrub native to South Africa. It is best grown in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done through cuttings taken in the spring or summer. The cuttings should be taken from the tips of the stems and planted in a sandy potting mix. Keep the soil moist and the cuttings should root in a few weeks.

Where to Find Eriocephalus dinteri

Eriocephalus dinteri is native to Namibia and can be found in dry, rocky areas, such as hillsides and slopes.

Eriocephalus dinteri FAQ

What is the scientific name of Eriocephalus dinteri?

Eriocephalus dinteri

What is the natural habitat of Eriocephalus dinteri?

It is native to South Africa.

What are the uses of Eriocephalus dinteri?

It is used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, inflammation, and skin disorders.

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,

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