Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
macgregoriorum
ID:
767472

Status:
valid

Authors:
P.L.Perry

Source:
wcs

Year:
1994

Citation Micro:
Contr. Bolus Herb. 17: 89 (1994)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000766805

Common Names

  • Eriospermum macgregoriorum
  • Macgregoriorum Starfish Flower
  • Starfish Flower

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Description

Eriospermum macgregoriorum (also called 'MacGregor's 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 macgregoriorum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Eriospermum macgregoriorum has white flowers with yellow centres and a sweet scent. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Eriospermum macgregoriorum can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or autumn in a light, sandy soil in a warm, sunny position. Division can be done in spring or autumn. The divisions should be planted in a light, sandy soil in a warm, sunny position.

Where to Find Eriospermum macgregoriorum

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

Eriospermum macgregoriorum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Eriospermum macgregoriorum?

Eriospermum macgregoriorum

What are the common names of Eriospermum macgregoriorum?

Common names of Eriospermum macgregoriorum include Cape Daisy and Dwarf Daisy

What is the natural habitat of Eriospermum macgregoriorum?

Eriospermum macgregoriorum 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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-305655: Based on the initial data import
Pauline Lesley Perry (b.1927): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.L.Perry' in the authors string.