Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
baadii
ID:
1318111

Status:
valid

Authors:
(McVaugh) Pruski

Source:
ipni

Year:
2016

Citation Micro:
Phytoneuron 2016-50: 26 (2016)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001330565


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Description

Eremosis baadii (also called Baad's Desert-thorn, among many other common names) is a shrub native to the deserts of North Africa. It has small, spiny leaves and yellow flowers. The plant grows in dry, sandy areas and is tolerant of drought.

Uses & Benefits

Eremosis baadii is a popular ornamental plant with fragrant white flowers. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat skin diseases and as an insect repellent.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Eremosis baadii is a small, white or pinkish-purple bloom with yellow anthers. The seed is a small, black, oblong nutlet. The seedlings are small, with narrow, linear leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Eremosis baadii is a species of shrub native to South America. It is easily propagated from cuttings. Take cuttings from the tips of the branches in late spring or early summer. Dip the cuttings in rooting hormone and plant them in a well-drained soil in a sunny location. Water regularly and keep the soil moist. Fertilize the plants every two weeks with a balanced fertilizer.

Where to Find Eremosis baadii

Eremosis baadii can be found in the tropical forests of Colombia.

Eremosis baadii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Eremosis baadii?

Eremosis baadii

What is the common name of Eremosis baadii?

Baadii

Where is Eremosis baadii found?

South America

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

John Francis Pruski (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pruski' in the authors string.
Rogers McVaugh (1909-2009): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'McVaugh' in the authors string.