Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
eremaeus
ID:
26324

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.Everett & Doust

Source:
gcc

Year:
1992

Citation Micro:
Telopea 5(1) 1992 [30 Sep 1992]

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000025653

Common Names

  • Eremaeus Pycnosorus
  • Pycnosorus Eremaeus
  • Eremaeus's Pycnosorus

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Description

Pycnosorus eremaeus (also called Eremaeus Daisy, and Eremaeus Daisy Bush, among many other common names) is a shrub native to South Africa. It has small, white flowers and long, narrow leaves. It is found in dry, rocky habitats, such as hillsides and cliffs.

Uses & Benefits

Pycnosorus eremaeus is used as an ornamental plant, for its medicinal properties, and as a source of food.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Pycnosorus eremaeus has yellow daisy-like flowers with a diameter of about 2 cm. Its seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pycnosorus eremaeus is a perennial herb that is native to Australia. It can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers a moist, well-drained soil in full sun to partial shade. It is best to sow the seeds in a cold frame in the spring. Division can be done in the spring or autumn. It is best to divide the clumps every three to four years.

Where to Find Pycnosorus eremaeus

Pycnosorus eremaeus can be found in Australia, in the states of Queensland, New South Wales, and Victoria.

Pycnosorus eremaeus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pycnosorus eremaeus?

Pycnosorus eremaeus

What is the common name of Pycnosorus eremaeus?

Eremaeus Pycnosorus

What is the natural habitat of Pycnosorus eremaeus?

Grassy areas

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-124785: Based on the initial data import
Joy Everett (b.1953): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.Everett' in the authors string.
Andrew N.L. Doust: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Doust' in the authors string.