Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
compactum
ID:
46682

Status:
valid

Authors:
Paul G.Wilson

Source:
gcc

Year:
1989

Citation Micro:
Nuytsia 7 1989

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000046011

Common Names

  • Erymophyllum compactum
  • Compact Erymophyllum
  • Compact-leaved Erymophyllum

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Description

Erymophyllum compactum (also called Compact Erymophyllum, among many other common names) is a small shrub native to Central and South America. It grows to a height of 1-2 feet and has small white flowers. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and is found in open woodlands, grasslands, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Erymophyllum compactum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating fever, headaches, and stomach aches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Erymophyllum compactum has yellow flowers with five petals and yellow stamens. Its seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Erymophyllum compactum is a perennial shrub native to Australia. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination occurs. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and rooted in a moist soil mix. Once established, the plant requires little maintenance and can tolerate some drought.

Where to Find Erymophyllum compactum

Erymophyllum compactum is native to Central and South America and can be found in wet, tropical forests and disturbed areas such as roadsides and abandoned fields.

Erymophyllum compactum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Erymophyllum compactum?

Erymophyllum compactum

What are the common names of Erymophyllum compactum?

Compact Erymophyllum

What is the habitat of Erymophyllum compactum?

Erymophyllum compactum is found in the dry grasslands of South Africa.

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

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-144495: Based on the initial data import
Paul Graham Wilson (b.1928): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Paul G.Wilson' in the authors string.