Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
namaquensis
ID:
36671

Status:
valid

Authors:
M.A.N.Müll.

Source:
gcc

Year:
2001

Citation Micro:
Fl. S. Afr. 33(4:1): 57 (2001) (2001)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000036000



Common Names

  • Eriocephalus namaquensis
  • Namaqualand Cudweed
  • Namaqua Eriocephalus


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Description

Eriocephalus namaquensis (also called 'Namaqualand Daisy', among many other common names) is a perennial plant that grows up to 50 cm tall. It is native to South Africa and grows in dry, open grasslands and disturbed habitats. It has white flowers and aromatic, grey-green leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Eriocephalus namaquensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used for its medicinal properties to treat digestive issues, skin conditions, and inflammation.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Eriocephalus namaquensis is a small, white flower with five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown, three-angled nutlet. The seedlings are small, with a single stem and two opposite leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Eriocephalus namaquensis is a perennial herb that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil in a sunny location. Cuttings should be taken in the spring or summer and planted in a well-drained soil. The plants should be watered regularly and fertilized every few weeks.

Where to Find Eriocephalus namaquensis

Eriocephalus namaquensis is native to the Namaqualand region of South Africa. It is found in sandy soils and is often found in disturbed areas such as roadsides.

Eriocephalus namaquensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Eriocephalus namaquensis?

Eriocephalus namaquensis

What is the common name of Eriocephalus namaquensis?

Namaqualand Cape Snowbush

What is the family of Eriocephalus namaquensis?

Asteraceae

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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