Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
mainensis
ID:
73685

Status:
valid

Authors:
(A.Gray) A.Heller

Source:
gcc

Year:
1900

Citation Micro:
Muhlenbergia 1: 8 (1900)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000073014



Common Names

  • Nabalus mainensis
  • Maine Nabalus
  • Maine Blue-eyed Grass


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Synonyms

  • Prenanthes mainensis A.Gray [unknown]

Description

Nabalus mainensis (also called Main's nabalus, among many other common names) is a shrub with small, grey-green foliage and small white flowers. It is native to South America and is found in open grasslands and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Nabalus mainensis is used as an ornamental plant, as a source of food and as a medicinal plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Nabalus mainensis is a white, star-shaped flower with a yellow center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a white stem and green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Nabalus mainensis is a hardy, herbaceous, perennial plant. It can be propagated from seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a warm, sunny spot. Division should be done in late spring or early summer. Once established, it can be propagated by division.

Where to Find Nabalus mainensis

Nabalus mainensis can be found in the eastern United States.

Nabalus mainensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Nabalus mainensis?

Nabalus mainensis

What is the common name of Nabalus mainensis?

Maine Nabalus

What type of plant is Nabalus mainensis?

Herbaceous perennial

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-29756: Based on the initial data import
Asa Gray (1810-1888): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Gray' in the authors string.
Amos Arthur Heller (1867-1944): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Heller' in the authors string.