Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
novoguineensis
ID:
67208

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


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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.

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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 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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-23417: Based on the initial data import
Johannes Mattfeld (1895-1951): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mattf.' in the authors string.
Spencer Le Marchant Moore (1850-1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.Moore' in the authors string.