Eranthemum pubescens - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
pubescens
ID:
671261
Status:
valid
Authors:
Roth
Source:
cmp
Year:
1821
Citation Micro:
Nov. Pl. Sp. : 1 (1821)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000670593
Common Names
- Downy Eranthemum
- Downy False Foxglove
- Downy False Foxglove
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Eranthemum pubescens (also called 'Downy Daisy', 'Downy Daisybush' and 'Downy Daisybush Daisy', among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 1.5 m tall. It has small, white flowers and is native to South Africa. It is found in dry, open habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Eranthemum pubescens is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Eranthemum pubescens is a white or pale blue, funnel-shaped flower with a yellow throat. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, dark green, and have a few hairs on the stem.
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Eranthemum pubescens is a perennial herb that grows in moist, shady areas. It can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers a well-drained soil and partial shade. It can be grown in containers or in the ground.
Where to Find Eranthemum pubescens
Eranthemum pubescens is native to India and can be found in the states of Kerala, Karnataka, and Tamil Nadu.
Eranthemum pubescens FAQ
What is the scientific name of Eranthemum pubescens?
Eranthemum pubescens
What is the common name of Eranthemum pubescens?
Eranthemum
Where is Eranthemum pubescens native to?
India
Species in the Eranthemum genus
Eranthemum austrosinense, Eranthemum burmanicum, Eranthemum capense, Eranthemum ciliatum, Eranthemum erythrochilum, Eranthemum griffithii, Eranthemum macrophyllum, Eranthemum macrostachys, Eranthemum obovatum, Eranthemum pulchellum, Eranthemum purpurascens, Eranthemum roseum, Eranthemum splendens, Eranthemum strictum, Eranthemum suffruticosum, Eranthemum sumatranum, Eranthemum tetragonum, Eranthemum tubiflorum, Eranthemum viscidum, Eranthemum wardii, Eranthemum wattii, Eranthemum pubescens,
Species in the Acanthaceae family
Acanthopale macrocarpa, Acanthopale confertiflora, Acanthopale decempedalis, Acanthopale laxiflora, Acanthopale madagascariensis, Acanthopale pubescens, Acanthopale aethiogermanica, Acanthopale breviceps, Acanthopale cuneifolia, Acanthopale ramiflora, Acanthopale perrieri, Acanthopale humblotii, Acanthopsis carduifolia, Acanthopsis disperma, Acanthopsis glauca, Acanthopsis hoffmannseggiana, Acanthopsis horrida, Acanthopsis scullyi, Acanthopsis spathularis, Acanthopsis disperma, Acanthopsis tuba, Acanthopsis ludoviciana, Acanthopsis adamanticola, Acanthopsis dispermoides, Acanthopsis erosa, Acanthopsis dregeana, Acanthopsis tetragona, Acanthopsis glandulopalmata, Acanthopsis insueta, Acanthopsis nitida, Acanthopsis pagodiformis, Acanthopsis glabra, Acanthopsis villosa, Acanthus austromontanus, Acanthus greuterianus, Acanthus kulalensis, Acanthus arboreus, Acanthus carduaceus, Acanthus caroli-alexandri, Acanthus caudatus, Acanthus dioscoridis, Acanthus ebracteatus, Acanthus eminens, Acanthus flexicaulis, Acanthus gaed, Acanthus guineensis, Acanthus hirsutus, Acanthus hungaricus, Acanthus ilicifolius, Acanthus latisepalus,
References
Albrecht Wilhelm Roth (1757-1834): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Roth' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:48876-1: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.