Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
sericeus
ID:
95336

Status:
valid

Authors:
Gaudich. ex DC.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1838

Citation Micro:
Prodr. 6: 125 (1838)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000094665



Common Names

  • Silver Eriocephalus
  • Silky Eriocephalus
  • Silver-leaved Eriocephalus


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Synonyms

  • Eriocephalus africanus Burm.f. [unknown]

Description

Eriocephalus sericeus (also called Cape May-bush, among many other common names) is a small shrub native to South Africa. It has small, white flowers and is found in dry, rocky areas. It is also found in coastal areas and in the mountains.

Uses & Benefits

Eriocephalus sericeus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and can also be used for erosion control. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Eriocephalus sericeus has small, yellow flowers with a single pistil and several stamens. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have long, narrow leaves with pointed tips.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Eriocephalus sericeus is a perennial shrub that prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in early spring and cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer.

Where to Find Eriocephalus sericeus

Eriocephalus sericeus can be found in the Mediterranean region.

Eriocephalus sericeus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Eriocephalus sericeus?

Eriocephalus sericeus

What type of plant is Eriocephalus sericeus?

Shrub

Where is Eriocephalus sericeus found?

South Africa

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

Charles Gaudichaud-Beaupré (1789-1854): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gaudich.' in the authors string.
Augustin Pyramus de Candolle (1778-1841): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'DC.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:204770-1: Based on the initial data import