Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
septulifer
ID:
89394

Status:
valid

Authors:
DC.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1838

Citation Micro:
Prodr. 6: 125 (1838)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000088723



Common Names

  • Eriocephalus
  • Cotton Bush
  • Stinking Wormwood


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Description

Eriocephalus septulifer (also called Seven-ribbed Eriocephalus, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to South Africa. It has daisy-like flowers and small, oval leaves. It typically grows in rocky areas and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Eriocephalus septulifer is a flowering plant that is often used in gardens as an ornamental plant. It has a pleasant aroma and can be used as a natural insect repellent. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Eriocephalus septulifer is yellow-green and has a bell-shaped corolla. The seed is a small, dark brown oval with a smooth surface. The seedlings have a rosette of basal leaves with long, thin petioles.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Eriocephalus septulifer is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Water regularly during the growing season, but avoid overwatering. Deadhead spent flowers to encourage additional blooms.

Where to Find Eriocephalus septulifer

Eriocephalus septulifer is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in dry, rocky habitats. It is also found in parts of North Africa, the Middle East, and the Canary Islands.

Eriocephalus septulifer FAQ

What is the scientific name of Eriocephalus septulifer?

Eriocephalus septulifer

What is the family of Eriocephalus septulifer?

Asteraceae

What is the common name of Eriocephalus septulifer?

Seven-ribbed Eriocephalus

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,