Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
sinclairii
ID:
1336076

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Hook.f.) Anderb.

Source:
ipni

Year:
1991

Citation Micro:
Opera Bot. 104: 95 (1991): (1991)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001348530



Common Names

  • Ewartiothamnus Sinclairii
  • Sinclairii Ewartiothamnus
  • Sinclairii's Ewartiothamnus


Searching for Ewartiothamnus sinclairii? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Description

Ewartiothamnus sinclairii (also called 'Candelilla', among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree with a single trunk, growing up to 5 m tall. It is native to the Andes of Peru and Bolivia, and is found in dry, rocky habitats at elevations of 2,000–3,000 m.

Uses & Benefits

Ewartiothamnus sinclairii is a species of shrub that is used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties, such as for treating skin conditions and digestive issues.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Ewartiothamnus sinclairii has small, white flowers with four petals. Its seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have a single, long, narrow leaf.

Searching for Ewartiothamnus sinclairii? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Cultivation and Propagation

Ewartiothamnus sinclairii is a shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frosts. It can be pruned to maintain a desired shape and size.

Where to Find Ewartiothamnus sinclairii

Ewartiothamnus sinclairii is native to Australia and can be found in nurseries and garden centers that specialize in Australian plants.

Ewartiothamnus sinclairii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ewartiothamnus sinclairii?

Ewartiothamnus sinclairii

What is the common name of Ewartiothamnus sinclairii?

Sinclair's Ewartiothamnus

What is the natural habitat of Ewartiothamnus sinclairii?

Ewartiothamnus sinclairii is found in dry, sunny areas in South America.

Species in the Ewartiothamnus genus

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

Joseph Dalton Hooker (1817-1911): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hook.f.' in the authors string.
Arne A. Anderberg (b.1954): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Anderb.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:962973-1: Based on the initial data import