Status:
valid
Authors:
Baker
Source:
wcs
Year:
1876
Citation Micro:
J. Linn. Soc., Bot. 15: 265 (1876)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000766731
Common Names
- Cooperi waxflower
- Cooperi starflower
- Cooperi star of Bethlehem
Description
Eriospermum cooperi (also called Cooper's 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 cooperi is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases and wounds.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Eriospermum cooperi var. natalense (Baker) P.L.Perry
Eriospermum cooperi var. cooperi
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Eriospermum cooperi is a white star-shaped flower with yellow anthers. The seed is a small, brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, with narrow, pointed leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Eriospermum cooperi is a hardy perennial that grows in full sun to partial shade. It prefers well-drained soil and can tolerate drought. Propagation is by seed or division of the clumps in spring or autumn.
Where to Find Eriospermum cooperi
Eriospermum cooperi is native to South Africa and is found in rocky habitats.
Eriospermum cooperi FAQ
What is the scientific name of Eriospermum cooperi?
Eriospermum cooperi
What is the common name of Eriospermum cooperi?
Cooperi Eriospermum
What are the growing conditions for Eriospermum cooperi?
Eriospermum cooperi 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,