Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
ericifolius
ID:
72703

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Bél.) B.Nord.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1968

Citation Micro:
Opera Bot. n.° 20, 348 (1968)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000072032



Common Names

  • Silverleaf Euryops
  • Silver Daisybush
  • Silver Daisy


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Description

Euryops ericifolius (also called Erica-leaved Euryops, among many other common names) is a shrub native to South Africa. It has a rounded growth habit and yellow daisy-like flowers. It typically grows in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Euryops ericifolius is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, as a ground cover, and as a cut flower. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat respiratory disorders.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Euryops ericifolius is a yellow composite flower head with a diameter of 1-2 cm. The flower head is composed of many small flowers, each with five yellow petals. The seed is a small, dark brown achene with a tuft of white hairs at the tip. The seedlings are small, thin, and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Euryops ericifolius is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Water regularly to keep the soil moist but not soggy. Fertilize with a balanced fertilizer every two to three weeks during the growing season.

Where to Find Euryops ericifolius

Euryops ericifolius can be found in South Africa, particularly in the Western Cape.

Euryops ericifolius FAQ

What is the scientific name of Euryops ericifolius?

Euryops ericifolius

What is the natural habitat of Euryops ericifolius?

Dry, rocky slopes and open woodlands

What is the flowering period of Euryops ericifolius?

Late spring to early summer

Species in the Euryops genus

Euryops ursinoides, Euryops hypnoides, Euryops bolusii, Euryops elgonensis, Euryops mucosus, Euryops multifidus, Euryops brevipapposus, Euryops galpinii, Euryops tenuissimus, Euryops floribundus, Euryops namibensis, Euryops serra, Euryops gilfillanii, Euryops ciliatus, Euryops speciosissimus, Euryops othonnoides, Euryops ericoides, Euryops sulcatus, Euryops linifolia, Euryops transvaalensis, Euryops subcarnosus, Euryops erectus, Euryops euryopoides, Euryops ciliatus, Euryops virgineus, Euryops decumbens, Euryops integrifolius, Euryops discoideus, Euryops leiocarpus, Euryops chrysanthemoides, Euryops wageneri, Euryops annae, Euryops muirii, Euryops namaquensis, Euryops dentatus, Euryops microphyllus, Euryops tenuilobus, Euryops brevilobus, Euryops lasiocladus, Euryops virgatus, Euryops algoensis, Euryops pedunculatus, Euryops acraeus, Euryops linearis, Euryops asparagoides, Euryops zeyheri, Euryops evansii, Euryops anthemoides, Euryops gracilipes, Euryops linifolius,

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-28789: Based on the initial data import
Bertil Nordenstam (b.1936): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.Nord.' in the authors string.
Charles Paulus Bélanger (1805-1881): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bél.' in the authors string.