Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
falconiensis
ID:
6033

Status:
valid

Authors:
(V.M.Badillo) H.Rob.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1992

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 72(2): 148 (1992): (1992)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000005362

Common Names

  • Elaphandra Falconiensis
  • Falcon's Elaphandra
  • Silver Elaphandra

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Synonyms

  • Aspilia falconiensis V.M.Badillo [unknown]

Description

Elaphandra falconiensis (also called 'Falcon's Elaphandra', among many other common names) is a shrub with white flowers and a single, hairy stem. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in grasslands, meadows, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Elaphandra falconiensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating digestive disorders and as an anti-inflammatory.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Elaphandra falconiensis is a small, yellow, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single stem with two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Elaphandra falconiensis is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some shade. It can be propagated by division in spring or early summer. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a cold frame or in a sheltered spot outdoors. The seedlings should be potted on when they are large enough to handle and grown on in a cold frame for their first winter.

Where to Find Elaphandra falconiensis

Elaphandra falconiensis is native to the Caribbean islands of Cuba, Jamaica, and Hispaniola. It can be found in dry, rocky, and sandy soils.

Elaphandra falconiensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Elaphandra falconiensis?

Elaphandra falconiensis

What is the common name of Elaphandra falconiensis?

Falcon's Elaphandra

Where is Elaphandra falconiensis native to?

The Caribbean

Species in the Asteraceae family

Aaronsohnia pubescens, Aaronsohnia factorovskyi, Abrotanella filiformis, Abrotanella rostrata, Abrotanella linearis, Abrotanella trilobata, Abrotanella muscosa, Abrotanella inconspicua, Abrotanella trichoachaenia, Abrotanella caespitosa, Abrotanella nivigena, Abrotanella pusilla, Abrotanella linearifolia, Abrotanella papuana, Abrotanella rosulata, Abrotanella emarginata, Abrotanella fertilis, Abrotanella spathulata, Abrotanella purpurea, Abrotanella patearoa, Abrotanella submarginata, Abrotanella diemii, Abrotanella scapigera, Abrotanella forsterioides, Acamptopappus shockleyi, Acamptopappus sphaerocephalus, Acanthocephalus benthamianus, Acanthocephalus amplexifolius, Acanthocladium dockeri, Acanthodesmos distichus, Acanthodesmos gibarensis, Acanthospermum humile, Acanthospermum consobrinum, Acanthospermum glabratum, Acanthospermum microcarpum, Acanthospermum hispidum, Acanthospermum australe, Acanthospermum lecocarpoides, Acanthostyles buniifolius, Acanthostyles saucechicoensis, Achillea buiana, Achillea conrathii, Achillea cucullata, Achillea styriaca, Achillea clavennae, Achillea cappadocica, Achillea huber-morathii, Achillea ptarmicoides, Achillea sieheana, Achillea barrelieri,

References

Víctor Manuel Badillo (1920-2008): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'V.M.Badillo' in the authors string.
Harold E. Robinson (1932-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Rob.' in the authors string.