Andersonia echinocephala - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
echinocephala
ID:
534603
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Stschegl.) Druce
Source:
cmp
Year:
1917
Citation Micro:
Rep. Bot. Soc. Exch. Club Brit. Isles 4: 604 (1916 publ. 1917)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000533935
Common Names
- Andersonia echinocephala
- Echinocephala Andersonia
- Echinocephala Andersonia Plant
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- Sphincterostoma echinocephalum Stschegl. [valid]
- Sprengelia patricia F.Muell. [valid]
- Andersonia patricia F.Muell. [valid]
Description
Andersonia echinocephala (also called Spiny-Headed Andersonia, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to South America. It has ovate to lanceolate leaves and small, white flowers. It grows in moist, sunny habitats, such as riverbanks, roadsides and disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Andersonia echinocephala is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. Its leaves are also used as fodder for livestock.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Andersonia echinocephala is a small, white, star-shaped flower with yellow anthers. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small and have a single, slender stem with a few leaves.
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Andersonia echinocephala is a perennial herb with a woody base. It can be propagated by seed or by division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sunny location in the spring. Division should be done in the spring or fall. The plant prefers full sun and well-drained soil.
Where to Find Andersonia echinocephala
Andersonia echinocephala can be found in the Mediterranean region, in dry and rocky habitats.
Andersonia echinocephala FAQ
What are the common uses of Andersonia echinocephala?
Andersonia echinocephala is commonly used as an ornamental plant in gardens and for landscaping.
What is the growth rate of Andersonia echinocephala?
Andersonia echinocephala has a slow to moderate growth rate.
What is the soil type suitable for Andersonia echinocephala?
Andersonia echinocephala prefers well-drained, sandy or loamy soils.
Species in the Andersonia genus
Andersonia annelsii, Andersonia aristata, Andersonia auriculata, Andersonia axilliflora, Andersonia barbata, Andersonia bifida, Andersonia brachyanthera, Andersonia brevifolia, Andersonia caerulea, Andersonia carinata, Andersonia echinocephala, Andersonia ferricola, Andersonia geniculata, Andersonia gracilis, Andersonia grandiflora, Andersonia hammersleyana, Andersonia heterophylla, Andersonia involucrata, Andersonia latiflora, Andersonia lehmanniana, Andersonia longifolia, Andersonia macranthera, Andersonia micrantha, Andersonia parvifolia, Andersonia pauciflora, Andersonia pinaster, Andersonia redolens, Andersonia setifolia, Andersonia simplex, Andersonia sprengelioides,
Species in the Ericaceae family
References
George Claridge Druce (1850-1932): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Druce' in the authors string.
Sergei Sergeyevich Sheglejev (1820-1859): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Stschegl.' in the authors string.