Status:
valid
Authors:
Mildbr.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1913
Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 49: 549 (1913)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000676240
Common Names
- Exsul Erismadelphus
- Erismadelphus Exsul
- Erismadelphus Exsul Plant
Synonyms
- Erismadelphus baudonii A.Chev. [unknown]
Description
Erismadelphus exsul (also called the Wandering Daisy, among many other common names) is a perennial plant native to South Africa. It has small, white flowers and long, thin leaves. It is found in grasslands and open woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Erismadelphus exsul is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used in landscaping and as a ground cover in gardens.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Erismadelphus exsul has small, white flowers with yellow anthers. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings have long, slender stems with small, oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Erismadelphus exsul is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 3 m in height. It is native to Central and South America. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining potting mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems and rooted in a moist medium. The plant prefers full sun and well-draining soil.
Where to Find Erismadelphus exsul
Erismadelphus exsul can be found in the mountains of western North America, from British Columbia to California.
Erismadelphus exsul FAQ
What is the scientific name of Erismadelphus exsul?
Erismadelphus exsul
What type of plant is Erismadelphus exsul?
Herb
Where is Erismadelphus exsul found?
South Africa
Species in the Erismadelphus genus
Species in the Vochysiaceae family
Callisthene dryadum,
Callisthene erythroclada,
Callisthene fasciculata,
Callisthene inundata,
Callisthene major,
Callisthene microphylla,
Callisthene minor,
Callisthene mollissima,
Erisma arietinum,
Erisma bicolor,
Erisma blancoa,
Erisma bracteosum,
Erisma calcaratum,
Erisma costatum,
Erisma djalma-batistae,
Erisma floribundum,
Erisma fuscum,
Erisma gracile,
Erisma japura,
Erisma lanceolatum,
Erisma laurifolium,
Erisma maliforme,
Erisma megalophyllum,
Erisma micranthum,
Erisma nitidum,
Erisma niveum,
Erisma silvae,
Erisma splendens,
Erisma tessmannii,
Erisma uncinatum,
Erisma panamense,
Erismadelphus exsul,
Erismadelphus sessilis,
Korupodendron songweanum,
Qualea marioniae,
Qualea johannabakkerae,
Qualea acuminata,
Qualea amapaensis,
Qualea amoena,
Qualea brasiliana,
Qualea brevipedicellata,
Qualea calantha,
Qualea calophylla,
Qualea clavata,
Qualea coerulea,
Qualea cordata,
Qualea cryptantha,
Qualea cyanea,
Qualea cymulosa,
Qualea decorticans,