Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
sallyae
ID:
120609

Status:
valid

Authors:
Beentje

Source:
gcc

Year:
2000

Citation Micro:
Fl. Trop. E. Africa, Comp. (Part 1) 30. 2000

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000119938



Common Names

  • Erythrocephalum sallyae
  • Sallyae Erythrocephalum
  • Erythrocephalum


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Description

Erythrocephalum sallyae (also called Erythrocephalum, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to the Mediterranean region. It has small, yellow flowers and long, narrow leaves. It grows in dry, sunny areas, such as meadows, pastures, and roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Erythrocephalum sallyae is used as an ornamental plant, for erosion control, and as a source of food for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Erythrocephalum sallyae has small yellow flowers with five petals and yellow anthers. Its seeds are small, black and oval. The seedlings are small and have a rosette of narrow, pointed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Erythrocephalum sallyae is a perennial that grows in full sun to partial shade. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and requires regular watering. Propagation is by seed or division.

Where to Find Erythrocephalum sallyae

Erythrocephalum sallyae is found in the forests of Thailand.

Erythrocephalum sallyae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Erythrocephalum sallyae?

Erythrocephalum sallyae

What is the common name of Erythrocephalum sallyae?

Sally's Erythrocephalum

What is the natural habitat of Erythrocephalum sallyae?

Erythrocephalum sallyae is found in dry grasslands, open woodlands, and disturbed areas of 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-81220: Based on the initial data import
Henk Jaap Beentje (b.1951): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Beentje' in the authors string.