Status:
valid
Authors:
(S.Moore) Mattf.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1938
Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 69(2): 292 (1938)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000066537
Common Names
- Arrhenechthites Novoguineensis
- New Guinea Daisy
- Novoguineensis
Description
Arrhenechthites novoguineensis (also called Arrhenechthites novoguineensis, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub with leathery leaves and small white flowers. It is native to New Guinea and is found in humid, tropical habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Arrhenechthites novoguineensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and its leaves are used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headaches, and stomach aches.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Arrhenechthites novoguineensis sub. novoguineensis
Arrhenechthites novoguineensis sub. dolichophylla (Mattf.) J.Kost.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Arrhenechthites novoguineensis is a yellow, daisy-like floret, with a yellow centre. The seed is a small, black achene. The seedlings are small, and have a single, narrow leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Arrhenechthites novoguineensis is a fast-growing, evergreen perennial that grows best in full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a warm, sunny location. Cuttings can be taken in spring or summer and should be planted in a well-drained soil mix.
Where to Find Arrhenechthites novoguineensis
Arrhenechthites novoguineensis is native to New Guinea and can be found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.
Arrhenechthites novoguineensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Arrhenechthites novoguineensis?
Arrhenechthites novoguineensis
What is the family of Arrhenechthites novoguineensis?
Asteraceae
What is the common name of Arrhenechthites novoguineensis?
None
Species in the Arrhenechthites 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,