Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
bifidum
ID:
767367

Status:
valid

Authors:
R.A.Dyer

Source:
wcs

Year:
1954

Citation Micro:
Bothalia 6: 443 (1954)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000766700

Common Names

  • Bifidum waxflower
  • Bifidum starflower
  • Bifidum star of Bethlehem

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Description

Eriospermum bifidum (also called Forked spiderhead, among many other common names) is a perennial plant with a rosette of basal leaves and a tall, unbranched stem. It is native to South Africa, and is found in dry, rocky, and sandy habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Eriospermum bifidum is a popular ornamental plant, used in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Eriospermum bifidum is a small, white, star-shaped bloom. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are thin, pale green, and have a single, long stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Eriospermum bifidum is a succulent plant native to South Africa. It can be propagated from stem cuttings. To propagate, take a cutting from the stem and allow it to dry out for a few days. Then, place the cutting in a pot with well-draining soil and water it lightly. Keep the soil moist but not wet. The cutting should take root in a few weeks.

Where to Find Eriospermum bifidum

Eriospermum bifidum is native to South Africa and can be found in the Western Cape and Eastern Cape provinces.

Eriospermum bifidum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Eriospermum bifidum?

Eriospermum bifidum

What is the common name of Eriospermum bifidum?

Bifidum Eriospermum

What are the growing conditions for Eriospermum bifidum?

Eriospermum bifidum prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil.

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

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-305555: Based on the initial data import
Robert Allen Dyer (1900-1987): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.A.Dyer' in the authors string.