Status:
valid
Authors:
Tsukaya, Suleiman & H.Okada
Source:
ipni
Year:
2016
Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 266: 147 (2016)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001346017
Common Names
- Epirixanthes confusa
- Confused Epirixanthes
- Confused Epirixanthes Plant
Description
Epirixanthes confusa (also called Confused Epirixanthes, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Asteraceae family. It is native to India, and is found in dry, rocky areas. It has a rosette of small, yellow flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Epirixanthes confusa is an ornamental plant used to add color and texture to gardens. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat a variety of ailments, including fever and digestive issues.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Epirixanthes confusa has small, yellowish-white flowers with yellowish-green sepals and petals. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Epirixanthes confusa is a shrub native to India and Sri Lanka. It prefers full sun and well-drained soils. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. The seeds should be sown in a moist, sterile medium and kept in a warm, humid environment until germination occurs. Cuttings should be taken from the tips of the branches and rooted in a moist, sterile medium.
Where to Find Epirixanthes confusa
Epirixanthes confusa is native to India and can be found in the wild in the states of Karnataka and Tamil Nadu.
Epirixanthes confusa FAQ
What is the scientific name of Epirixanthes confusa?
Epirixanthes confusa
What is the common name of Epirixanthes confusa?
None
Where is Epirixanthes confusa native to?
China
Species in the Epirixanthes genus
Species in the Polygalaceae family
Acanthocladus brasiliensis,
Acanthocladus guayaquilensis,
Acanthocladus moyanoi,
Acanthocladus scleroxylon,
Acanthocladus tehuelchum,
Acanthocladus colombianus,
Acanthocladus dukei,
Acanthocladus pulcherrimus,
Acanthocladus santosii,
Acanthocladus dichromus,
Ancylotropis insignis,
Ancylotropis malmeana,
Asemeia grandiflora,
Asemeia ignatii,
Asemeia ilheotica,
Asemeia lindmaniana,
Asemeia marquesiana,
Asemeia martiana,
Asemeia monninoides,
Asemeia parietaria,
Asemeia pohliana,
Asemeia rhodoptera,
Asemeia glabra,
Asemeia hirsuta,
Asemeia apopetala,
Asemeia echinosperma,
Asemeia hondurana,
Asemeia securidaca,
Asemeia sphaerospora,
Asemeia tonsa,
Asemeia acuminata,
Asemeia extraaxillaris,
Asemeia galmeri,
Asemeia hebeclada,
Asemeia mollis,
Asemeia monticola,
Asemeia ovata,
Asemeia pseudohebeclada,
Asemeia tobatiensis,
Asemeia violacea,
Asemeia floribunda,
Atroxima afzeliana,
Atroxima liberica,
Badiera cubensis,
Badiera fuertesii,
Badiera oblongata,
Badiera penaea,
Badiera propinqua,
Badiera virgata,
Badiera subrhombifolia,
References
Monica Suleiman: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Suleiman' in the authors string.