Status:
valid
Authors:
M.G.Gilbert
Source:
gcc
Year:
1988
Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 43(2): 188 (1988)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000001500
Common Names
- Ethulia ruhudjiensis
- Ruhudjiensis Ethulia
- Ruhudjiensis Aster
Description
Ethulia ruhudjiensis (also called Ruhudji Ethulia, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to East Africa. It has small yellow flowers and narrow, linear leaves. It grows in grasslands, open woodlands, and disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Ethulia ruhudjiensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, headache, and stomachache.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Ethulia ruhudjiensis is yellow and daisy-like, with a yellow center and white petals. The seed is a small, dark brown achene. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Ethulia ruhudjiensis is a perennial herb that is native to the Mediterranean region. It is best grown in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or autumn in a sunny location. Division can be done in spring or autumn.
Where to Find Ethulia ruhudjiensis
Ethulia ruhudjiensis can be found in the Eastern Cape of South Africa.
Ethulia ruhudjiensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Ethulia ruhudjiensis?
Ethulia ruhudjiensis
What is the natural habitat of Ethulia ruhudjiensis?
Dry grasslands and scrublands
What is the flowering period of Ethulia ruhudjiensis?
Late spring to early summer
Species in the Ethulia genus
Ethulia luzonica,
Ethulia ruhudjiensis,
Ethulia triflora,
Ethulia bicostata,
Ethulia scheffleri,
Ethulia greenwayi,
Ethulia ngorongoroensis,
Ethulia paucifructa,
Ethulia rubudjiensis,
Ethulia gracilis,
Ethulia acuminata,
Ethulia burundiensis,
Ethulia conyzoides,
Ethulia faulknerae,
Ethulia rhizomata,
Ethulia gracilis,
Ethulia vernonioides,
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,