Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
folioliferum
ID:
767435

Status:
valid

Authors:
Andrews

Source:
wcs

Year:
1808

Citation Micro:
Bot. Repos. 8: t. 521 (1808)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000766768

Common Names

  • Eriospermum folioliferum
  • Folioliferum Starfish Flower
  • Starfish Flower

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Description

Eriospermum folioliferum (also called 'Leaf-bearing Star of Bethlehem', among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South Africa. It has a rosette of leaves with white star-shaped flowers that bloom in the summer. It is found in grasslands, woodlands, and rocky outcrops.

Uses & Benefits

Eriospermum folioliferum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases and wounds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Eriospermum folioliferum has white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are slender and have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Eriospermum folioliferum is a succulent plant that is easy to cultivate and propagate. It can be propagated from stem cuttings or by division of the clumps. It grows best in full sun to partial shade and prefers well-drained soil. Water regularly during the growing season and reduce watering in winter. It is also tolerant of drought and cold temperatures.

Where to Find Eriospermum folioliferum

Eriospermum folioliferum is native to South Africa and can be found in the Eastern Cape, KwaZulu-Natal, and Limpopo provinces.

Eriospermum folioliferum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Eriospermum folioliferum?

Eriospermum folioliferum

What are the common names of Eriospermum folioliferum?

Common names of Eriospermum folioliferum include Cape Daisy and Dwarf Daisy

What is the natural habitat of Eriospermum folioliferum?

Eriospermum folioliferum is native to South Africa and is found in rocky outcrops and grasslands

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,

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