Eremosis ovata - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
ovata
ID:
89242
Status:
valid
Authors:
Gleason
Source:
gcc
Year:
1913
Citation Micro:
Bull. Torrey Bot. Club 40: 331 (1913)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000088571
Common Names
- Desert Holly
- Owl-Clover
- Desert-Chicory
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesSynonyms
- Vernonia gleasonii S.F.Blake [unknown]
- Vernonia durangensis S.F.Blake [unknown]
- Critoniopsis ovata (Gleason) H.Rob. [unknown]
Description
Eremosis ovata (also called Ovate Eremosis, among many other common names) is a small annual herb with ovate leaves and white flowers. It is native to North America and is found in dry, open grasslands.
Uses & Benefits
Eremosis ovata is an ornamental plant that is often used in gardens and flower beds. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including fever and inflammation.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Eremosis ovata has yellow daisy-like flowers. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a rosette of leaves.
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Eremosis ovata is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. To propagate by seed, sow in spring or early summer in a well-drained soil and keep moist until germination occurs. To propagate by division, divide the clumps in spring or early summer and replant in a well-drained soil.
Where to Find Eremosis ovata
Eremosis ovata is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in dry, rocky areas.
Eremosis ovata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Eremosis ovata?
Eremosis ovata
What is the common name of Eremosis ovata?
Ovate eremosis
What type of plant is Eremosis ovata?
Herbaceous perennial
Species in the Eremosis genus
Eremosis oolepis, Eremosis obtusa, Eremosis tarchonanthifolia, Eremosis triflosculosa, Eremosis tomentosa, Eremosis foliosa, Eremosis salicifolia, Eremosis pallens, Eremosis shannonii, Eremosis salicifolia, Eremosis barbinervis, Eremosis ovata, Eremosis leiocarpa, Eremosis angusta, Eremosis littoralis, Eremosis heydeana, Eremosis solorzanoana, Eremosis pugana, Eremosis macvaughii, Eremosis feddemae, Eremosis corymbosa, Eremosis baadii, Eremosis aristifera, Eremosis villaregalis, Eremosis thomasii, Eremosis standleyi, Eremosis mima,
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
Henry Gleason (1882-1975): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gleason' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:309726-2: Based on the initial data import