Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
plantaginifolium
ID:
44370

Status:
valid

Authors:
O.Hoffm.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1900

Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 28(4): 509 (1900)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000043699



Common Names

  • Plantain-leaved Erythrocephalum
  • Plantain-leaved Daisy
  • Plantain-leaved Aster


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Description

Erythrocephalum plantaginifolium (also called Plantain-Leaved Erythrocephalum, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It grows to a height of up to 1 m and has a woody stem with plantain-leaved leaves. It prefers dry, sunny habitats such as grasslands and rocky slopes.

Uses & Benefits

Erythrocephalum plantaginifolium is used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headaches, and other ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Erythrocephalum plantaginifolium has yellow flowers with a diameter of 2-3 cm. The seeds are small and brown. The seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Erythrocephalum plantaginifolium is a perennial herb which is native to South Africa. It can be propagated by seed or division. The seeds should be sown in spring in a sunny position in well-drained soil. Division can be done in spring or autumn. The plants should be spaced about 30 cm apart.

Where to Find Erythrocephalum plantaginifolium

Erythrocephalum plantaginifolium is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in dry grasslands and scrublands.

Erythrocephalum plantaginifolium FAQ

What is the scientific name of Erythrocephalum plantaginifolium?

Erythrocephalum plantaginifolium

What is the natural habitat of Erythrocephalum plantaginifolium?

Erythrocephalum plantaginifolium is found in the mountains of Central and South Asia.

What is the flower color of Erythrocephalum plantaginifolium?

The flowers of Erythrocephalum plantaginifolium are usually white or pink.

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