Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
behrii
ID:
17716

Status:
valid

Authors:
Sond. & F.Muell.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1853

Citation Micro:
Linnaea 25: 488 (1853)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000017045



Common Names

  • Behri's Eriochlamys
  • Behri's False Saffron
  • Behri's Safflower


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Description

Eriochlamys behrii (also called Behr's Daisy, among many other common names) is an evergreen perennial native to South Africa. It has yellow daisy-like flowers and succulent leaves. It typically grows in rocky, sandy soils in grasslands, scrublands, and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Eriochlamys behrii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and for landscaping. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat skin diseases and infections.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Eriochlamys behrii has yellow flowers with five petals and a yellow center. Its seeds are small and black. Its seedlings have oval-shaped leaves with toothed edges.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Eriochlamys behrii is a perennial plant that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. When growing from seed, it should be sown in a well-drained soil and kept moist. It can be grown in full sun or partial shade. Cuttings can be taken in spring or summer and should be rooted in a moist medium. It is best to use a rooting hormone for better success.

Where to Find Eriochlamys behrii

Eriochlamys behrii is native to South Africa and can be found in the wild in the Western Cape and Eastern Cape provinces.

Eriochlamys behrii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Eriochlamys behrii?

Eriochlamys behrii

What is the common name of Eriochlamys behrii?

Behr's Eriochlamys

Where is Eriochlamys behrii found?

Eriochlamys behrii is found in South Africa.

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

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-116496: Based on the initial data import
Ferdinand von Mueller (1825-1896): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.Muell.' in the authors string.
Otto Wilhelm Sonder (1812-1881): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sond.' in the authors string.