Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Apiales
Family:
Species:
acuminata
ID:
383250

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Benth.) J.M.Coult. & Rose ex Drude

Source:
cmp

Year:
1898

Citation Micro:
Nat. Pflanzenfam. 3(8): 167 (1898)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000382582



Common Names

  • Acuminate Neonelsonia
  • Acuminate Water-starwort
  • Acuminate Starwort


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Synonyms

  • Arracacia acuminata Benth. [unknown]
  • Neonelsonia ovata J.M.Coult. & Rose [unknown]

Description

Neonelsonia acuminata (also called 'Acuminate Neonelsonia', among many other common names) is an aquatic plant native to tropical and subtropical regions of the world. It has a creeping rhizome with small, linear leaves and white flowers with yellow centers. It is found in shallow water, ponds, and marshes.

Uses & Benefits

Neonelsonia acuminata is used as an ornamental plant and as a ground cover. It is also used for erosion control and to reduce water runoff. The plant has medicinal properties and is used to treat fever, headaches, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Neonelsonia acuminata has small yellow flowers with five petals and a single pistil. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Neonelsonia acuminata can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers moist soil and partial shade, and can be grown in a wide range of temperatures. It is a hardy plant and can tolerate some drought.

Where to Find Neonelsonia acuminata

Neonelsonia acuminata is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the world, including parts of Asia, Africa, and the Americas. It is found in wetlands, ponds, and shallow water.

Neonelsonia acuminata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Neonelsonia acuminata?

Neonelsonia acuminata

What is the common name of Neonelsonia acuminata?

Acuminate Neonelsonia

What is the natural habitat of Neonelsonia acuminata?

It is found in moist, shady places, such as forests and woodlands

Species in the Neonelsonia genus

Species in the Apiaceae family

Aciphylla anomala, Aciphylla aurea, Aciphylla cartilaginea, Aciphylla colensoi, Aciphylla congesta, Aciphylla crenulata, Aciphylla crosby-smithii, Aciphylla cuthbertiana, Aciphylla dieffenbachii, Aciphylla dissecta, Aciphylla divisa, Aciphylla dobsonii, Aciphylla ferox, Aciphylla flexuosa, Aciphylla glacialis, Aciphylla glaucescens, Aciphylla gracilis, Aciphylla hectori, Aciphylla hookeri, Aciphylla horrida, Aciphylla indurata, Aciphylla inermis, Aciphylla kirkii, Aciphylla latibracteata, Aciphylla lecomtei, Aciphylla leighii, Aciphylla lyallii, Aciphylla monroi, Aciphylla montana, Aciphylla multisecta, Aciphylla pinnatifida, Aciphylla polita, Aciphylla poppelwellii, Aciphylla scott-thomsonii, Aciphylla similis, Aciphylla simplex, Aciphylla simplicifolia, Aciphylla spedeni, Aciphylla squarrosa, Aciphylla stannensis, Aciphylla subflabellata, Aciphylla takahea, Aciphylla traillii, Aciphylla traversii, Aciphylla trifoliolata, Aciphylla verticillata, Acronema alpinum, Acronema astrantiifolium, Acronema brevipedicellatum, Acronema bryophilum,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2385394: Based on the initial data import
George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
Joseph Nelson Rose (1862-1928): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rose' in the authors string.
John Merle Coulter (1851-1928): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.M.Coult.' in the authors string.
Carl Georg Oscar Drude (1852-1933): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Drude' in the authors string.