Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
erici
ID:
107008

Status:
valid

Authors:
(C.N.Forbes) Cabrera

Source:
gcc

Year:
1967

Citation Micro:
Blumea xiv. 307 (1967)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000106337

Common Names

  • Eric's Keysseria
  • Keysseria erici
  • Eric's Daisy

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Description

Keysseria erici (also called 'Cushion Bush', among many other common names) is a low-growing, evergreen shrub with small, gray-green leaves and yellow flowers. It is native to Australia and is found in dry, rocky areas.

Uses & Benefits

Keysseria erici is used in traditional medicine as an anti-inflammatory and as a diuretic. It is also used as a natural insect repellent and as an ornamental plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Keysseria erici is a yellow daisy-like flower with a central disc. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Keysseria erici can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring in a cold frame or in a greenhouse. When they are large enough to handle, prick the seedlings out into individual pots and plant them out in the summer. Division in spring or autumn. Larger clumps can be replanted direct into their permanent positions, though it is best to pot up smaller clumps and grow them on in a cold frame until they are rooting well. Plant them out in the spring.

Where to Find Keysseria erici

Keysseria erici is native to South Africa and can be found in dry, rocky areas.

Keysseria erici FAQ

What is the ideal soil type for Keysseria erici?

Keysseria erici prefers moist, well-drained soil.

What is the ideal light condition for Keysseria erici?

Keysseria erici prefers partial shade to full shade.

What is the ideal temperature range for Keysseria erici?

Keysseria erici prefers a temperature range of 65-75°F (18-24°C).

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-6448: Based on the initial data import
Ángel Lulio Cabrera (1908-1999): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cabrera' in the authors string.
Charles Noyes Forbes (1883-1920): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.N.Forbes' in the authors string.