Eriocephalus africanus (Wild Rosemary)

Eriocephalus africanus, Wild Rosemary, Cape Snow Bush

Botanical name: Eriocephalus africanus

Common names: Wild Rosemary, Cape Snow Bush

Family: Asteraceae

Origin: South Africa

USDA Plant Hardiness Map

USDA Zone: 9-11?

USDA Plant Hardiness MapSmall plant 2-5 ftFull sunDry conditionsWhite, off-white flowersPlant attracts butterflies, hummingbirdsEthnomedical plant. Plants marked as ethnomedical and/or described as medicinal, are not offered as medicine but rather as ornamentals or plant collectibles. Ethnomedical statements / products have not been evaluated by the FDA and are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. We urge all customers to consult a physician before using any supplements, herbals or medicines advertised here or elsewhere.Fragrant plantSeaside, salt tolerant plant

Flowering times vary, but the best displays are in winter when the whole shrub is covered in small, white flowers. The flowers are followed by fluffy seed heads looking much like cottony wool or snow.

Essential oil derived from Eriocephalus africanus is used as an ingredient in medicinal and perfume products.


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Eriocephalus africanus, Wild Rosemary, Cape Snow Bush
Eriocephalus africanus, Wild Rosemary, Cape Snow Bush
Eriocephalus africanus, Wild Rosemary, Cape Snow Bush
Eriocephalus africanus, Wild Rosemary, Cape Snow Bush. Eriocephalus africanus after flowering
Eriocephalus africanus after flowering
Eriocephalus africanus, Wild Rosemary, Cape Snow Bush
Eriocephalus africanus, Wild Rosemary, Cape Snow Bush
Eriocephalus africanus, Wild Rosemary, Cape Snow Bush
Eriocephalus africanus, Wild Rosemary, Cape Snow Bush


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