Status:
valid
Authors:
(Wooton) Barneby
Source:
ildis
Year:
1962
Citation Micro:
Leafl. W. Bot.9: 210 (1962)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000178752
Common Names
- Errazurizia rotundata
- Errazurizia
- Rotundata
Synonyms
- Parryella rotundata Wooton [valid]
Description
Errazurizia rotundata (also called Round Errazurizia, among many other common names) is a small shrub that grows up to 1 m in height. It has pinnate leaves and white flowers. It is native to Chile, and is found in open woods, grasslands, and disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Errazurizia rotundata is used as an ornamental plant, for erosion control, and as a source of food and medicine.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Errazurizia rotundata has small, white flowers that bloom in the summer. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have a single stem and a few leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Errazurizia rotundata is a perennial herbaceous plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown in a variety of soil types, but it prefers sandy or loamy soils. It is drought-tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It can be propagated by seed or division.
Where to Find Errazurizia rotundata
Errazurizia rotundata can be found in South America, from Bolivia to Argentina.
Errazurizia rotundata FAQ
What are the common names of Errazurizia rotundata?
Rotundata, Round Errazurizia
What is the natural habitat of Errazurizia rotundata?
Errazurizia rotundata is found in the tropical and subtropical regions of South America.
What are the uses of Errazurizia rotundata?
Errazurizia rotundata is used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties.
Species in the Errazurizia genus
Species in the Fabaceae family