Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
calycina
ID:
26379

Status:
valid

Authors:
S.Moore

Source:
gcc

Year:
1902

Citation Micro:
J. Linn. Soc., Bot. 35: 311 (1902)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000025708



Common Names

  • Erlangea calycina
  • Calycina Erlangea
  • Erlangea


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Synonyms

  • Bothriocline calycina (S.Moore) M.G.Gilbert [unknown]

Description

Erlangea calycina (also called Cupid's Shaving Brush, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to South America. It has a woody stem with small, lance-shaped leaves and white flowers. It grows in moist, sunny areas, such as meadows and roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Erlangea calycina is used as an antioxidant and has been used to treat digestive issues, inflammation, and other ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Erlangea calycina has white flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black in color. The seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves that are covered in fine hairs.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Erlangea calycina is a perennial herb native to South America. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by division or cuttings. It is also possible to propagate from seed, but this is a slow process.

Where to Find Erlangea calycina

Erlangea calycina can be found in the Mediterranean region, including parts of Italy, Spain, and France.

Erlangea calycina FAQ

What is the scientific name of Erlangea calycina?

Erlangea calycina

What are the common names of Erlangea calycina?

Calycina, Calycina Daisy

What is the natural habitat of Erlangea calycina?

Dry, open woods, prairies, and roadsides

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