Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
harleyi
ID:
1335292

Status:
valid

Authors:
Schliewe, H.D.Ferreira, Graciano-Ribeiro & M.H.Rezende

Source:
ipni

Year:
2017

Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 291(4): 265 (2017)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001347746

Common Names

  • Eriope harleyi
  • Harleyi Eriope
  • Harleyi Daisy

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Description

Eriope harleyi (also called 'Harleyi Eriope', among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to tropical regions of South America. It has long, narrow leaves and small, white flowers, and grows in moist forests and along streams. It produces small, yellow fruits.

Uses & Benefits

Eriope harleyi is used as an ornamental plant due to its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used as a hedge plant or as a ground cover. The plant is also used for medicinal purposes in some cultures.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Eriope harleyi is a small, white, star-shaped bloom with five petals. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small, green and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Eriope harleyi is a perennial herb that is propagated by seed. It can be grown in full sun to partial shade and prefers moist, well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures as low as -5°C.

Where to Find Eriope harleyi

Eriope harleyi is native to the Neotropics, and can be found in Central and South America.

Eriope harleyi FAQ

What is the scientific name of Eriope harleyi?

Eriope harleyi

What is the family of Eriope harleyi?

Asteraceae

What is the common name of Eriope harleyi?

Harley's Eriope

Species in the Lamiaceae family

Acanthomintha duttonii, Acanthomintha ilicifolia, Acanthomintha lanceolata, Acanthomintha obovata, Acanthoprasium frutescens, Acanthoprasium integrifolium, Achyrospermum aethiopicum, Achyrospermum africanum, Achyrospermum axillare, Achyrospermum carvalhoi, Achyrospermum ciliatum, Achyrospermum cryptanthum, Achyrospermum dasytrichum, Achyrospermum densiflorum, Achyrospermum erythobotrys, Achyrospermum fruticosum, Achyrospermum laterale, Achyrospermum micranthum, Achyrospermum mildbraedii, Achyrospermum oblongifolium, Achyrospermum parviflorum, Achyrospermum purpureum, Achyrospermum schimperi, Achyrospermum schlechteri, Achyrospermum seychellarum, Achyrospermum tisserantii, Achyrospermum urens, Achyrospermum wallichianum, Achyrospermum scandens, Acinos alpinus, Acrotome angustifolia, Acrotome fleckii, Acrotome hispida, Acrotome inflata, Acrotome mozambiquensis, Acrotome pallescens, Acrotome tenuis, Acrotome thorncroftii, Acrymia ajugiflora, Aegiphila aracaensis, Aegiphila hystricina, Aegiphila aculeifera, Aegiphila alba, Aegiphila anomala, Aegiphila arcta, Aegiphila australis, Aegiphila bogotensis, Aegiphila boliviana, Aegiphila brachiata, Aegiphila bracteolosa,

References

Dalva Graciano Ribeiro (b.1965): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Graciano-Ribeiro' in the authors string.
Marcos Augusto Schliewe: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schliewe' in the authors string.
Heleno Dias Ferreira: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.D.Ferreira' in the authors string.
Maria Helene Rezende: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.H.Rezende' in the authors string.