Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
minus
ID:
81779

Status:
valid

Authors:
Oliv.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1873

Citation Micro:
Trans. Linn. Soc. London xxix. (1873) 103.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000081108



Common Names

  • Erythrocephalum
  • Redhead
  • Red-headed Erythrocephalum


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Synonyms

  • Erythrocephalum humile O.Hoffm. [unknown]
  • Erythrocephalum stuhlmannii O.Hoffm. [unknown]

Description

Erythrocephalum minus (also called Small-headed Erythrocephalum, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to Europe and Asia. It grows up to 0.5 meters tall and has deeply-lobed leaves with a silvery-green hue. It produces small, yellow flowers with five petals. It is commonly found in grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Erythrocephalum minus is used as an ornamental plant in landscaping, as well as for medicinal purposes. It is also used as a food source and for its oil.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Erythrocephalum minus is a small, yellow-green flower. The seed is a small, light brown seed with a smooth surface. The seedlings are thin and have a light green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Erythrocephalum minus is a perennial that is best grown in full sun. It is best propagated from seed sown in spring, or from cuttings taken in late summer. It can also be propagated from division in spring.

Where to Find Erythrocephalum minus

Erythrocephalum minus is native to Europe and can be found in meadows, grasslands, and disturbed areas.

Erythrocephalum minus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Erythrocephalum minus?

Erythrocephalum minus

What is the family of Erythrocephalum minus?

Asteraceae

What is the common name of Erythrocephalum minus?

Small-flowered Erythrocephalum

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-37663: Based on the initial data import
Daniel Oliver (1830-1916): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Oliv.' in the authors string.