Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Arecales
Family:
Species:
cabrae
ID:
953235

Status:
valid

Authors:
(De Wild. & T.Durand) De Wild.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1904

Citation Micro:
Ann. Mus. Congo Belge, Bot. , sér. 5, 1: 95 (1904)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000952573

Common Names

  • Eremospatha cabrae
  • Cabrae Eremospatha
  • Cabrae Daisy

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Description

Eremospatha cabrae (also called Eremospatha, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub with small, ovate leaves and white flowers. It is native to South Africa. It is found in dry forests and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Eremospatha cabrae is used as an ornamental plant, for timber, and for reforestation.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Eremospatha cabrae has yellow flowers with a red centre. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Eremospatha cabrae is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 6 feet in height. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by cuttings or division. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and planted in a moist, well-draining potting mix. Division should be done in early spring or late fall. The plant should be divided into several sections and replanted in a new location.

Where to Find Eremospatha cabrae

Eremospatha cabrae can be found in the tropical regions of Southeast Asia.

Species in the Arecaceae family

Acanthophoenix crinita, Acanthophoenix rubra, Acanthophoenix rousselii, Acoelorraphe wrightii, Acrocomia aculeata, Acrocomia crispa, Acrocomia hassleri, Acrocomia intumescens, Acrocomia totai, Acrocomia emensis, Acrocomia glaucescens, Acrocomia corumbaensi, Actinorhytis calapparia, Actinorhytis calapparia, Adonidia merrillii, Adonidia dransfieldii, Aiphanes graminifolia, Aiphanes bicornis, Aiphanes buenaventurae, Aiphanes multiplex, Aiphanes acaulis, Aiphanes chiribogensis, Aiphanes concinna, Aiphanes deltoidea, Aiphanes duquei, Aiphanes eggersii, Aiphanes erinacea, Aiphanes gelatinosa, Aiphanes grandis, Aiphanes hirsuta, Aiphanes horrida, Aiphanes killipii, Aiphanes leiostachys, Aiphanes lindeniana, Aiphanes linearis, Aiphanes macroloba, Aiphanes minima, Aiphanes parvifolia, Aiphanes pilaris, Aiphanes simplex, Aiphanes spicata, Aiphanes tricuspidata, Aiphanes truncata, Aiphanes ulei, Aiphanes verrucosa, Aiphanes weberbaueri, Aiphanes argos, Aiphanes tatama, Aiphanes gloria, Aiphanes decipiens,

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