Status:
valid
Authors:
(Bunge) Novopokr. ex Botsch.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1986
Citation Micro:
Novosti Sist. Vyssh. Rast. 23: 180 (1986): (1986)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000041709
Common Names
- Eremophila Rhinactinidia
- Rhinactinidia Eremophila
- Eremophila Rhinactinidia
Synonyms
- Krylovia eremophila (Bunge) Schischk. ex Tamamsch. [deprecated]
- Aster eremophila Bunge [unknown]
Description
Rhinactinidia eremophila (also called Eremophila, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 3m tall. It is native to Australia, where it grows in dry, rocky areas. It prefers full sun and well-drained soils.
Uses & Benefits
Rhinactinidia eremophila is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever and inflammation.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Rhinactinidia eremophila sub. eremophila
Rhinactinidia eremophila sub. grubovii Botsch.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Rhinactinidia eremophila has small, white flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and dark brown in color. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with two small leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Rhinactinidia eremophila is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. Water regularly and fertilize once a month during the growing season.
Where to Find Rhinactinidia eremophila
Rhinactinidia eremophila can be found in the deserts of the Middle East and North Africa.
Rhinactinidia eremophila FAQ
What is the scientific name of Rhinactinidia eremophila?
Rhinactinidia eremophila
What are the common names of Rhinactinidia eremophila?
Desert thistle, desert thistle-mallow
What is the natural habitat of Rhinactinidia eremophila?
It is found in dry, sandy, and rocky habitats in the deserts of the southwestern United States and northern Mexico
Species in the Rhinactinidia genus
Species in the Asteraceae family
Aaronsohnia pubescens,
Aaronsohnia factorovskyi,
Abrotanella filiformis,
Abrotanella rostrata,
Abrotanella linearis,
Abrotanella trilobata,
Abrotanella muscosa,
Abrotanella inconspicua,
Abrotanella trichoachaenia,
Abrotanella caespitosa,
Abrotanella nivigena,
Abrotanella pusilla,
Abrotanella linearifolia,
Abrotanella papuana,
Abrotanella rosulata,
Abrotanella emarginata,
Abrotanella fertilis,
Abrotanella spathulata,
Abrotanella purpurea,
Abrotanella patearoa,
Abrotanella submarginata,
Abrotanella diemii,
Abrotanella scapigera,
Abrotanella forsterioides,
Acamptopappus shockleyi,
Acamptopappus sphaerocephalus,
Acanthocephalus benthamianus,
Acanthocephalus amplexifolius,
Acanthocladium dockeri,
Acanthodesmos distichus,
Acanthodesmos gibarensis,
Acanthospermum humile,
Acanthospermum consobrinum,
Acanthospermum glabratum,
Acanthospermum microcarpum,
Acanthospermum hispidum,
Acanthospermum australe,
Acanthospermum lecocarpoides,
Acanthostyles buniifolius,
Acanthostyles saucechicoensis,
Achillea buiana,
Achillea conrathii,
Achillea cucullata,
Achillea styriaca,
Achillea clavennae,
Achillea cappadocica,
Achillea huber-morathii,
Achillea ptarmicoides,
Achillea sieheana,
Achillea barrelieri,