Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
scariosus
ID:
20216

Status:
valid

Authors:
DC.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1838

Citation Micro:
Prodr. 6: 147 (1838)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000019545



Common Names

  • Eriocephalus
  • Scariosus
  • African Daisy


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Synonyms

  • Eriocephalus rangei Muschl. [unknown]

Description

Eriocephalus scariosus (also called Cape Snowbush, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to South Africa. It has grey-green foliage and small white flowers. It grows in sandy soils and is found in dry, rocky areas.

Uses & Benefits

Eriocephalus scariosus is used as a medicinal plant to treat skin diseases, digestive problems, and fever. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Eriocephalus scariosus is a small, white, daisy-like flower with yellow centres. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed with a smooth surface. The seedlings have thin, light green stems and long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Eriocephalus scariosus is a low-growing, evergreen shrub that is easy to cultivate and propagate. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil and is drought tolerant. It can be propagated from seed or by division of the rootstock. It is best grown in a sunny location with well-drained soil.

Where to Find Eriocephalus scariosus

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

Eriocephalus scariosus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Eriocephalus scariosus?

Eriocephalus scariosus

What type of plant is Eriocephalus scariosus?

It is a shrub in the Asteraceae family.

Where is Eriocephalus scariosus native to?

It is native to the Mediterranean region.

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