Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Genus:
Species:
fragrans
ID:
671884

Status:
valid

Authors:
P.Royen & Steenis

Source:
cmp

Year:
1952

Citation Micro:
J. Arnold Arbor. 33: 94 (1952)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000671216



Common Names

  • Eriandra Fragrans
  • Fragrans Daisy
  • Fragrans Sunray


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Description

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

Uses & Benefits

Eriandra fragrans 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 flower of Eriandra fragrans is a white, star-shaped flower with five petals and a yellow center. The seed of Eriandra fragrans is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings of Eriandra fragrans are small, green, oval-shaped seedlings with a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Eriandra fragrans is a small shrub that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It prefers well-drained soil and can be propagated from cuttings or by division. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -5°C.

Where to Find Eriandra fragrans

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

Eriandra fragrans FAQ

What is the scientific name of Eriandra fragrans?

Eriandra fragrans

What are the common names of Eriandra fragrans?

Common names include Fragrant Daisy and Fragrant Daisy Bush

What is the natural habitat of Eriandra fragrans?

Eriandra fragrans is native to South Africa

Species in the Eriandra genus

Species in the Polygalaceae family

Acanthocladus brasiliensis, Acanthocladus guayaquilensis, Acanthocladus moyanoi, Acanthocladus scleroxylon, Acanthocladus tehuelchum, Acanthocladus colombianus, Acanthocladus dukei, Acanthocladus pulcherrimus, Acanthocladus santosii, Acanthocladus dichromus, Ancylotropis insignis, Ancylotropis malmeana, Asemeia grandiflora, Asemeia ignatii, Asemeia ilheotica, Asemeia lindmaniana, Asemeia marquesiana, Asemeia martiana, Asemeia monninoides, Asemeia parietaria, Asemeia pohliana, Asemeia rhodoptera, Asemeia glabra, Asemeia hirsuta, Asemeia apopetala, Asemeia echinosperma, Asemeia hondurana, Asemeia securidaca, Asemeia sphaerospora, Asemeia tonsa, Asemeia acuminata, Asemeia extraaxillaris, Asemeia galmeri, Asemeia hebeclada, Asemeia mollis, Asemeia monticola, Asemeia ovata, Asemeia pseudohebeclada, Asemeia tobatiensis, Asemeia violacea, Asemeia floribunda, Atroxima afzeliana, Atroxima liberica, Badiera cubensis, Badiera fuertesii, Badiera oblongata, Badiera penaea, Badiera propinqua, Badiera virgata, Badiera subrhombifolia,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2792463: Based on the initial data import
Cornelis Gijsbert Gerrit Jan van Steenis (1901-1986): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Steenis' in the authors string.
Pieter van Royen (1923-2002): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.Royen' in the authors string.