Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
epaleacea
ID:
94895

Status:
valid

Authors:
Beyers

Source:
gcc

Year:
2001

Citation Micro:
Bothalia 31: 41 (2001) (2001)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000094224

Common Names

  • Epaleacea Oedera
  • Oedera Epaleacea
  • Epaleacea

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Description

Oedera epaleacea (also called pale oedera, among many other common names) is an herbaceous perennial that grows up to 0.5 meters tall. It is native to Central and South America and is found in moist, shady forests.

Uses & Benefits

Oedera epaleacea is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, as well as for its medicinal properties. It is known to have anti-inflammatory, anti-bacterial, and anti-fungal properties, and is used to treat skin conditions, digestive issues, and respiratory problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Oedera epaleacea has white flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small and black with a hairy texture. The seedlings have a single stem with two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Oedera epaleacea is a perennial plant that is easy to cultivate and propagate. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation can be done by division or by seed. When propagating by seed, sow the seeds in the spring and keep the soil moist until germination occurs. Division is best done in the spring or fall.

Where to Find Oedera epaleacea

Oedera epaleacea can be found in the Mediterranean region, including in Greece, Turkey, and North Africa.

Oedera epaleacea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Oedera epaleacea?

Oedera epaleacea

What is the common name of Oedera epaleacea?

Oedera

What is the family of Oedera epaleacea?

Asteraceae

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-5043: Based on the initial data import
Josephine Bertha Pauline Beyers: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Beyers' in the authors string.