Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
spectabilis
ID:
676413

Status:
valid

Authors:
(DC.) Planch. ex Mast.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1874

Citation Micro:
Fl. Brit. India 1: 371 (1874)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000675745



Common Names

  • Spectacular Eriolaena
  • Striking Eriolaena
  • Showy Eriolaena


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Synonyms

  • Eriolaena malvacea (H.Lév.) Hand.-Mazz. [unknown]
  • Eriolaena sterculiacea H.Lév. [unknown]
  • Eriolaena szemaoensis Hu [unknown]
  • Jackia spectabilis (DC.) Spreng. [unknown]
  • Sterculia malvacea H.Lév. [unknown]
  • Wallichia spectabilis DC. [unknown]
  • Microchlaena spectabilis (DC.) Endl. ex Walp. [unknown]

Description

Eriolaena spectabilis (also called Spectabilis eriolaena, among many other common names) is an evergreen perennial herb that is native to the western United States. It has a rosette of linear, grass-like leaves and produces white, star-shaped flowers in the summer. It grows in sandy soils and is often found in dry, open areas and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Eriolaena spectabilis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a drought-tolerant groundcover. It is also used for erosion control and as a food source for wildlife.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Eriolaena spectabilis is a yellow-greenish color and has a bell-shaped form. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a yellow-greenish color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Eriolaena spectabilis is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers well-drained soils and full sun. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -20°F.

Where to Find Eriolaena spectabilis

Eriolaena spectabilis can be found in India and Sri Lanka.

Eriolaena spectabilis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Eriolaena spectabilis?

Eriolaena spectabilis

What is the common name of Eriolaena spectabilis?

Spectacular Silk Cotton Tree

What is the natural habitat of Eriolaena spectabilis?

It is native to India and Sri Lanka, where it grows in moist, tropical forests.

Species in the Malvaceae family

Abelmoschus angulosus, Abelmoschus caillei, Abelmoschus crinitus, Abelmoschus esculentus, Abelmoschus ficulneus, Abelmoschus hostilis, Abelmoschus magnificus, Abelmoschus manihot, Abelmoschus moschatus, Abelmoschus muliensis, Abelmoschus sagittifolius, Abelmoschus enbeepeegearensis, Abroma augustum, Abutilon abutiloides, Abutilon affine, Abutilon alii, Abutilon amplum, Abutilon andrewsianum, Abutilon andrieuxii, Abutilon anglosomaliae, Abutilon angulatum, Abutilon anodoides, Abutilon appendiculatum, Abutilon arenarium, Abutilon arequipense, Abutilon auritum, Abutilon austroafricanum, Abutilon badium, Abutilon balansae, Abutilon bastardioides, Abutilon benedictum, Abutilon berlandieri, Abutilon bidentatum, Abutilon bracteosum, Abutilon buchii, Abutilon burandtii, Abutilon bussei, Abutilon californicum, Abutilon calliphyllum, Abutilon carinatum, Abutilon coahuilae, Abutilon commutatum, Abutilon cryptopetalum, Abutilon cuspidatum, Abutilon densiflorum, Abutilon dinteri, Abutilon dispermum, Abutilon divaricatum, Abutilon dugesii, Abutilon durandoi,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2796907: Based on the initial data import
Maxwell Tylden Masters (1833-1907): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mast.' in the authors string.
Augustin Pyramus de Candolle (1778-1841): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'DC.' in the authors string.
Jules Émile Planchon (1823-1888): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Planch.' in the authors string.