Status:
valid
Authors:
S.Moore
Source:
gcc
Year:
1918
Citation Micro:
J. Bot. 56: 232 (1918)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000044776
Common Names
- Erythrocephalum Caudatum
- Red-Headed Cabbage
- Red-Headed Mustard
Description
Erythrocephalum caudatum (also called 'Red-headed Coneflower', among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South Africa. It is a low-growing plant with small, red flowers and silvery-green foliage. It typically grows in rocky, sandy soils and in areas with full sun exposure.
Uses & Benefits
Erythrocephalum caudatum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a natural remedy for digestive ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Erythrocephalum caudatum has small, yellow daisy-like flowers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have long, narrow leaves that are covered in fine hairs.
Cultivation and Propagation
Erythrocephalum caudatum is a perennial shrub native to South Africa. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. For seed propagation, sow the seeds in a moist, well-drained soil mix and keep the soil moist until germination. For cuttings, take stem cuttings from new growth and root them in a moist soil mix. Keep the soil moist until the cuttings have rooted.
Where to Find Erythrocephalum caudatum
Erythrocephalum caudatum is native to India, China, and Southeast Asia.
Erythrocephalum caudatum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Erythrocephalum caudatum?
Erythrocephalum caudatum
What is the common name of Erythrocephalum caudatum?
Caudatum
What is the natural habitat of Erythrocephalum caudatum?
It is found in the Andean regions of Ecuador, Peru, and Bolivia
Species in the Erythrocephalum genus
Erythrocephalum dianthiflorum,
Erythrocephalum jeffreyanum,
Erythrocephalum longifolium,
Erythrocephalum marginatum,
Erythrocephalum plantaginifolium,
Erythrocephalum caudatum,
Erythrocephalum dictyophlebium,
Erythrocephalum albiflorum,
Erythrocephalum minus,
Erythrocephalum decipiens,
Erythrocephalum sallyae,
Erythrocephalum setulosum,
Erythrocephalum microcephalum,
Erythrocephalum scabrifolium,
Erythrocephalum goetzei,
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,