Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
glandulosus
ID:
30873

Status:
valid

Authors:
M.A.N.Müll.

Source:
gcc

Year:
2001

Citation Micro:
Fl. S. Afr. 33(4:1): 49 (2001) (2001)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000030202



Common Names

  • Glandular Eriocephalus
  • Glandular Cotton-bush
  • Glandular Cape-daisy


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Description

Eriocephalus glandulosus (also called 'Glandular Eriocephalus', among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant with a single stem and a rosette of leaves at the base. It is native to South Africa and is found in temperate grasslands and shrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Eriocephalus glandulosus is a popular ornamental plant, often used in rock gardens and as a border plant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, stomach ache, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Eriocephalus glandulosus has small white flowers with yellow centers and grey-green foliage. The seeds are small and black and the seedlings have a rosette of grey-green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Eriocephalus glandulosus is a hardy, evergreen shrub that is easy to cultivate and propagate. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation can be done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a light, sandy soil mix. Cuttings should be taken in early summer and rooted in a light, sandy soil mix.

Where to Find Eriocephalus glandulosus

Eriocephalus glandulosus is native to South Africa and can be found growing in sandy soils in areas with full sun exposure.

Eriocephalus glandulosus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Eriocephalus glandulosus?

Eriocephalus glandulosus

What is the common name of Eriocephalus glandulosus?

Glandular Cape-fever Bush

What is the natural habitat of Eriocephalus glandulosus?

Dry open grassland

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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