Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
eriosphaera
ID:
112679

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Boiss. & Heldr.) Chrtek & Holub

Source:
gcc

Year:
1963

Citation Micro:
Preslia xxxv. 3 (1963)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000112008



Common Names

  • Eros' Cottonrose
  • Cottonrose
  • Eros' Filago


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Synonyms

  • Evax exigua exigua [unknown]
  • Evax eriosphaera Boiss. & Heldr. [unknown]

Description

Filago eriosphaera (also called 'Eriosphaera Filago', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Asteraceae family. It is found in the temperate regions of Europe and Asia. It grows in meadows, grasslands, and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Filago eriosphaera has medicinal properties and is used to treat various respiratory problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Filago eriosphaera is white with a yellow center. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Filago eriosphaera is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can tolerate drought and salt spray. It should be watered regularly during the growing season and fertilized every few weeks.

Where to Find Filago eriosphaera

Filago eriosphaera can be found in the Mediterranean region, from Portugal to Turkey, and in North Africa.

Filago eriosphaera FAQ

What is the scientific name of Filago eriosphaera?

Filago eriosphaera

What is the common name of Filago eriosphaera?

Eriosphæra Cottonrose

What is the natural habitat of Filago eriosphaera?

Dry, rocky hillsides and open woodlands

Species in the Filago genus

Filago petro-ianii, Filago neglecta, Filago californica, Filago argentea, Filago lusitanica, Filago tyrrhenica, Filago gallica, Filago nevadensis, Filago perpusilla, Filago lojaconoi, Filago pertomentosa, Filago arizonica, Filago crocidion, Filago carpetana, Filago mareotica, Filago pyramidata, Filago aberrans, Filago huruarica, Filago filaginoides, Filago inexpectata, Filago pygmaea, Filago germanica, Filago congesta, Filago desertorum, Filago sahariensis, Filago germanica, Filago prolifera, Filago eriocephala, Filago contracta, Filago libyaca, Filago arenaria, Filago duriaei, Filago mixta, Filago hurdwarica, Filago duriaei, Filago abyssinica, Filago eriosphaera, Filago lutescens, Filago aegaea, Filago depressa, Filago mauritanica, Filago anatolica, Filago fuscescens, Filago asterisciflora, Filago palaestina, Filago davisii, Filago arvensis, Filago cretensis, Filago hispanica, Filago paradoxa,

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-714: Based on the initial data import
Josef Holub (1930-1999): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Holub' in the authors string.
Edmond Boissier (1810-1885): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Boiss.' in the authors string.
Theodor von Heldreich (1822-1902): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Heldr.' in the authors string.
Jindřich Chrtek (1930-2008): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Chrtek' in the authors string.