Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
sericea
ID:
2352

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.M.Wood & M.S.Evans

Source:
gcc

Year:
1897

Citation Micro:
J. Bot. 35: 488 (1897)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000001681



Common Names

  • Eumorphia sericea
  • Silky Eumorphia
  • Silky False Eumorphia


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Description

Eumorphia sericea (also called Eumorphia, among many other common names) is a small shrub native to the Mediterranean region. It has small, oval-shaped leaves and yellow flowers. It is found in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Eumorphia sericea is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a windbreak and for soil stabilization.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Eumorphia sericea sub. sericea
Eumorphia sericea sub. robustior Hilliard & B.L.Burtt

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Eumorphia sericea is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Eumorphia sericea is a perennial shrub that grows in a variety of soils. It prefers full sun and can tolerate some drought. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained soil. Cuttings should be taken in late summer or early autumn.

Where to Find Eumorphia sericea

Eumorphia sericea is native to Australia and can be found in dry sclerophyll forests and woodlands.

Eumorphia sericea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Eumorphia sericea?

Eumorphia sericea

What is the common name of Eumorphia sericea?

Silky Daisy

What is the natural habitat of Eumorphia sericea?

Grasslands and open woodlands

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-101623: Based on the initial data import
John Medley Wood (1827-1915): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.M.Wood' in the authors string.
Maurice Smethurst Evans (1854-1920): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.S.Evans' in the authors string.