Status:
valid
Authors:
O.Weber
Source:
ipni
Year:
2015
Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 70(2)-28: 6 (2015)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001342168
Common Names
- Eriospermum adpressifolium
- Adpressifolium Eriospermum
- Adpressifolium Eriospermu
Description
Eriospermum adpressifolium (also called 'Eriospermum', among many other common names) is an herbaceous perennial that grows up to 1 m tall. It is native to Colombia and Ecuador. It is found in tropical and subtropical moist montane forests.
Uses & Benefits
Eriospermum adpressifolium is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used to control soil erosion and to provide food and shelter for wildlife.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Eriospermum adpressifolium has white, star-shaped flowers with yellow anthers. The seeds are small, black and glossy. Seedlings have a single pair of opposite, elliptic-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Eriospermum adpressifolium is a perennial herb with a rhizomatous root system. It can be propagated by division of the rhizomes or by seed. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix in a warm, sunny location. Once established, it requires little maintenance and can tolerate drought.
Where to Find Eriospermum adpressifolium
Eriospermum adpressifolium can be found in Colombia.
Eriospermum adpressifolium FAQ
What is the scientific name of Eriospermum adpressifolium?
Eriospermum adpressifolium
What is the common name of Eriospermum adpressifolium?
Adpressed-leaved Eriospermum
What is the natural habitat of Eriospermum adpressifolium?
Tropical moist montane forests
Species in the Eriospermum genus
Eriospermum abyssinicum,
Eriospermum aequilibre,
Eriospermum alcicorne,
Eriospermum algiferum,
Eriospermum andongense,
Eriospermum aphyllum,
Eriospermum appendiculatum,
Eriospermum arachnoideum,
Eriospermum arenosum,
Eriospermum aribesense,
Eriospermum armianum,
Eriospermum attenuatum,
Eriospermum bakerianum,
Eriospermum bayeri,
Eriospermum bifidum,
Eriospermum bowieanum,
Eriospermum bracteatum,
Eriospermum brevipes,
Eriospermum breviscapum,
Eriospermum bruynsii,
Eriospermum buchubergense,
Eriospermum calcareum,
Eriospermum capense,
Eriospermum cecilii,
Eriospermum cernuum,
Eriospermum cervicorne,
Eriospermum ciliatum,
Eriospermum citrinum,
Eriospermum coactum,
Eriospermum cooperi,
Eriospermum cordiforme,
Eriospermum corymbosum,
Eriospermum crispum,
Eriospermum currorii,
Eriospermum descendens,
Eriospermum deserticola,
Eriospermum dielsianum,
Eriospermum dissitiflorum,
Eriospermum dregei,
Eriospermum dyeri,
Eriospermum erinum,
Eriospermum eriophorum,
Eriospermum ernstii,
Eriospermum exigium,
Eriospermum exile,
Eriospermum filicaule,
Eriospermum flabellatum,
Eriospermum flavum,
Eriospermum flexum,
Eriospermum flexuosum,
Species in the Asparagaceae family
Acanthocarpus canaliculatus,
Acanthocarpus humilis,
Acanthocarpus parviflorus,
Acanthocarpus preissii,
Acanthocarpus robustus,
Acanthocarpus rupestris,
Acanthocarpus verticillatus,
Agave acicularis,
Agave acklinicola,
Agave ajoensis,
Agave aktites,
Agave albescens,
Agave albomarginata,
Agave americana,
Agave angustiarum,
Agave angustifolia,
Agave anomala,
Agave antillarum,
Agave apedicellata,
Agave applanata,
Agave arizonica,
Agave arubensis,
Agave asperrima,
Agave atrovirens,
Agave attenuata,
Agave aurea,
Agave avellanidens,
Agave bahamana,
Agave bicolor,
Agave boldinghiana,
Agave bovicornuta,
Agave braceana,
Agave bracteosa,
Agave brevipetala,
Agave brevispina,
Agave brittoniana,
Agave brunnea,
Agave bulliana,
Agave cacozela,
Agave cajalbanensis,
Agave calodonta,
Agave capensis,
Agave caribaeicola,
Agave cerulata,
Agave chamelensis,
Agave chiapensis,
Agave chrysantha,
Agave chrysoglossa,
Agave cocui,
Agave collina,
References
Odile Weber: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'O.Weber' in the authors string.