Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
racemosus
ID:
19959

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1760

Citation Micro:
Pl. Rar. Afr. : 26 (1760)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000019288



Common Names

  • Eriocephalus
  • Racemose Eriocephalus
  • Racemose


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Synonyms

  • Eriocephalus simplicifolius Salisb. [unknown]
  • Eriocephalus spicatus Burm. ex DC. [unknown]
  • Eriocephalus racemosus racemosus [unknown]
  • Eriocephalus affinis DC. [unknown]

Description

Eriocephalus racemosus (also called 'Racemose Eriocephalus', among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South Africa. It has small, white flowers that grow in clusters and has a woody stem. It grows in open grasslands, meadows, and in disturbed habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Eriocephalus racemosus has been used for its medicinal properties, including as an antiseptic, anti-inflammatory, and diuretic. It has also been used as a dye and as an ornamental plant.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Eriocephalus racemosus var. affinis (DC.) Harv.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Eriocephalus racemosus has yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Eriocephalus racemosus is a perennial plant that is best grown in full sun in well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by division in the spring or by seed. Seeds should be sown in the fall or spring in a cold frame or in a greenhouse. Division should be done in the spring or fall.

Where to Find Eriocephalus racemosus

Eriocephalus racemosus is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in dry, rocky areas.

Eriocephalus racemosus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Eriocephalus racemosus?

Eriocephalus racemosus

What is the common name of Eriocephalus racemosus?

Rattlesnake Weed

What type of plant is Eriocephalus racemosus?

Evergreen shrub

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