Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Species:
xeranthemoides
ID:
917651

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Bong.) L.R.Parra & Giul.

Source:
wcs

Year:
2010

Citation Micro:
Taxon 59: 1145 (2010)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000916986

Common Names

  • Xeranthemoides Comanthera
  • Xeranthemoides Star-of-Bethlehem
  • Xeranthemoides Star of Bethlehem

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Description

Comanthera xeranthemoides (also called Xeranthemoides Comanthera, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that can reach up to 5 meters in height. It has a grey bark and its leaves are alternate, simple, elliptic and entire. It is native to Brazil and found in the Atlantic Forest. It is usually found in humid forests and along the banks of rivers.

Uses & Benefits

Comanthera xeranthemoides is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, rheumatism, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Comanthera xeranthemoides has small, white flowers that bloom in the spring. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a rosette-like shape.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Comanthera xeranthemoides is a tropical plant that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It is best propagated by division or stem cuttings. The soil should be kept moist but not soggy. Fertilize regularly with a balanced fertilizer.

Where to Find Comanthera xeranthemoides

Comanthera xeranthemoides is native to Brazil. It can be found in the states of Bahia, Minas Gerais, and Rio de Janeiro.

Comanthera xeranthemoides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Comanthera xeranthemoides?

Comanthera xeranthemoides

What are the common names of Comanthera xeranthemoides?

Giant everlasting, Xeranthemum everlasting

What is the natural habitat of Comanthera xeranthemoides?

Dry grasslands, rocky hillsides, and open woodlands

Species in the Comanthera genus

Comanthera kegeliana, Comanthera harleyi, Comanthera euschemus, Comanthera elegantula, Comanthera elegans, Comanthera dealbata, Comanthera curralensis, Comanthera brasiliana, Comanthera bisulcata, Comanthera bahiensis, Comanthera aurifibrata, Comanthera aciphylla, Comanthera hatschbachii, Comanthera xeranthemoides, Comanthera caespitosa, Comanthera centauroides, Comanthera reflexa, Comanthera jenmanii, Comanthera floccosa, Comanthera circinnata, Comanthera cipoensis, Comanthera giuliettiae, Comanthera suberosa, Comanthera ruprechtiana, Comanthera paepalophylla, Comanthera nivea, Comanthera nitida, Comanthera magnifica, Comanthera imbricata, Comanthera mucugensis, Comanthera lanosa, Comanthera retroflexa, Comanthera pignalii, Comanthera brunnea, Comanthera dimera, Comanthera angustifolia, Comanthera tricostata, Comanthera borbae,

Species in the Eriocaulaceae family

Comanthera kegeliana, Comanthera harleyi, Comanthera euschemus, Comanthera elegantula, Comanthera elegans, Comanthera dealbata, Comanthera curralensis, Comanthera brasiliana, Comanthera bisulcata, Comanthera bahiensis, Comanthera aurifibrata, Comanthera aciphylla, Comanthera hatschbachii, Comanthera xeranthemoides, Comanthera caespitosa, Comanthera centauroides, Comanthera reflexa, Comanthera jenmanii, Comanthera floccosa, Comanthera circinnata, Comanthera cipoensis, Comanthera giuliettiae, Comanthera suberosa, Comanthera ruprechtiana, Comanthera paepalophylla, Comanthera nivea, Comanthera nitida, Comanthera magnifica, Comanthera imbricata, Comanthera mucugensis, Comanthera lanosa, Comanthera retroflexa, Comanthera pignalii, Comanthera brunnea, Comanthera dimera, Comanthera angustifolia, Comanthera tricostata, Comanthera borbae, Eriocaulon abyssinicum, Eriocaulon achiton, Eriocaulon acutibracteatum, Eriocaulon acutifolium, Eriocaulon adamesii, Eriocaulon aethiopicum, Eriocaulon africanum, Eriocaulon afzelianum, Eriocaulon albocapitatum, Eriocaulon alleizettei, Eriocaulon alpestre, Eriocaulon alpinum,

References

Gustav Heinrich von Bongard (1786-1839): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bong.' in the authors string.
Ana Maria Giulietti (b.1945): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Giul.' in the authors string.
L.R. Parra: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.R.Parra' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77106887-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.