Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Genus:
Species:
abramsii
ID:
671907

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Elmer) H.Mason

Source:
cmp

Year:
1945

Citation Micro:
Madroño 8: 90 (1945)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000671239



Common Names

  • Eriastrum abramsii
  • Abrams' Eriastrum
  • Abrams Eriastrum


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Description

Eriastrum abramsii (also called 'Abrams' Eriastrum', among many other common names) is a small, perennial herb with yellow flowers and a woody stem. It is native to South Africa and typically grows in rocky outcrops and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Eriastrum abramsii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a food source for livestock. It can also be used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Eriastrum abramsii are yellow and tubular in shape. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have small, round leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Eriastrum abramsii is a perennial plant that grows best in full sun to partial shade. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. When propagating from seed, sow the seeds in a well-draining soil mix and keep the soil moist. When propagating from cuttings, take stem cuttings in the spring or early summer and place them in a well-draining soil mix. Keep the soil moist and the cuttings should root in a few weeks.

Where to Find Eriastrum abramsii

Eriastrum abramsii can be found in the Mediterranean region, as well as in parts of North Africa and the Middle East.

Eriastrum abramsii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Eriastrum abramsii?

Eriastrum abramsii

What are the common names of Eriastrum abramsii?

Common names include Abrams' Daisy and Abrams' Daisy Bush

What is the natural habitat of Eriastrum abramsii?

Eriastrum abramsii is native to South Africa

Species in the Polemoniaceae family

Acanthogilia gloriosa, Aliciella caespitosa, Aliciella formosa, Aliciella haydenii, Aliciella heterostyla, Aliciella humillima, Aliciella hutchinsifolia, Aliciella latifolia, Aliciella leptomeria, Aliciella lottiae, Aliciella mcvickerae, Aliciella micromeria, Aliciella nyensis, Aliciella pentstemonoides, Aliciella pinnatifida, Aliciella ripleyi, Aliciella sedifolia, Aliciella stenothyrsa, Aliciella subacaulis, Aliciella subnuda, Aliciella tenuis, Aliciella triodon, Aliciella monoensis, Aliciella cliffordii, Allophyllum divaricatum, Allophyllum gilioides, Allophyllum glutinosum, Allophyllum integrifolium, Allophyllum nemophilophyllum, Bonplandia geminiflora, Bonplandia linearis, Bryantiella palmeri, Cantua dendritica, Cantua mediamnis, Cantua volcanica, Cantua alutacea, Cantua bicolor, Cantua buxifolia, Cantua candelilla, Cantua coerulea, Cantua cordata, Cantua cuzcoensis, Cantua flexuosa, Cantua glutinosa, Cantua hibrida, Cantua longifolia, Cantua megapotamica, Cantua ovata, Cantua pyrifolia, Cantua quercifolia,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2792487: Based on the initial data import
Adolph Daniel Edward Elmer (1870-1942): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Elmer' in the authors string.
Herbert Louis Mason (1896-1994): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Mason' in the authors string.