Status:
valid
Authors:
(A.Gray) Paul G.Wilson
Source:
gcc
Year:
1989
Citation Micro:
Nuytsia 7 1989
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000019994
Common Names
- Ramosum Erymophyllum
- Ramosum Wild Broom
- Ramosum Broomweed
Description
Erymophyllum ramosum (also called Branchy Erymophyllum, among many other common names) is a small shrub native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico. It has small, narrow leaves and small yellow flowers. It grows in dry, sandy soils in open woodlands, fields, and roadsides.
Uses & Benefits
Erymophyllum ramosum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Erymophyllum ramosum sub. involucratum (F.Muell.) Paul G.Wilson
Erymophyllum ramosum sub. ramosum
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Erymophyllum ramosum is a yellow daisy-like flower. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with small, narrow leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Erymophyllum ramosum is a perennial herbaceous plant. It can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or autumn, and division should take place in spring or early summer. The plant prefers a sunny location and well-drained soil.
Where to Find Erymophyllum ramosum
Erymophyllum ramosum is native to South America and can be found in dry and sandy areas.
Erymophyllum ramosum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Erymophyllum ramosum?
Erymophyllum ramosum
What type of plant is Erymophyllum ramosum?
Herb
Where is Erymophyllum ramosum native to?
South America
Species in the Erymophyllum genus
Species in the Asteraceae family
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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,