Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
epigaeus
ID:
15980

Status:
valid

Authors:
Schinz

Source:
gcc

Year:
1898

Citation Micro:
Bull. Herb. Boissier vi. 560.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000015309



Common Names

  • African Sphaeranthus
  • African Buttonweed
  • African Globe-Thistle


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Description

Sphaeranthus epigaeus (also called Ground-Hugging Sphaeranthus, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South Africa. It has small white flowers and succulent foliage. It typically grows in grasslands, meadows, and other open habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Sphaeranthus epigaeus is a species of flowering plant in the aster family. It is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used in traditional medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Sphaeranthus epigaeus is a yellow-green disc-shaped flower head, with a single row of yellow ray florets. The seeds are small, dark brown, and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small, with a single, narrow, pointed leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Sphaeranthus epigaeus is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. Water regularly and fertilize with a balanced fertilizer every few weeks during the growing season.

Where to Find Sphaeranthus epigaeus

Sphaeranthus epigaeus is native to South Africa and can be found in the wild in the Eastern Cape province.

Sphaeranthus epigaeus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Sphaeranthus epigaeus?

Sphaeranthus epigaeus

What is the common name of Sphaeranthus epigaeus?

Ground-hugging Sphaeranthus

What is the natural habitat of Sphaeranthus epigaeus?

Dry, rocky hillsides and open woodlands

Species in the Sphaeranthus genus

Sphaeranthus talbotii, Sphaeranthus cristatus, Sphaeranthus salinarum, Sphaeranthus angolensis, Sphaeranthus fischeri, Sphaeranthus gallensis, Sphaeranthus wattii, Sphaeranthus suaveolens, Sphaeranthus flexuosus, Sphaeranthus indicus, Sphaeranthus epigaeus, Sphaeranthus kirkii, Sphaeranthus neglectus, Sphaeranthus amaranthoides, Sphaeranthus chandleri, Sphaeranthus gazaensis, Sphaeranthus cotuloides, Sphaeranthus africanus, Sphaeranthus samburuensis, Sphaeranthus zavattarii, Sphaeranthus confertifolius, Sphaeranthus steetzii, Sphaeranthus stuhlmannii, Sphaeranthus peguensis, Sphaeranthus senegalensis, Sphaeranthus ukambensis, Sphaeranthus spathulatus, Sphaeranthus mimetes, Sphaeranthus foliosus, Sphaeranthus peduncularis, Sphaeranthus oppositifolius, Sphaeranthus angustifolius, Sphaeranthus similis, Sphaeranthus flexuosus, Sphaeranthus bullatus, Sphaeranthus greenwayi, Sphaeranthus ramosus, Sphaeranthus randii, Sphaeranthus strobiliferus, Sphaeranthus mozambiquensis,

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-114815: Based on the initial data import
Hans Schinz (1858-1941): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schinz' in the authors string.