Status:
valid
Authors:
Rydb.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1900
Citation Micro:
Mem. New York Bot. Gard. 1: 463 (1900)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000078725
Common Names
- Nabalus sagittatus
- Sagittatus Nabalus
- Nabalus
Synonyms
- Prenanthes sagittata A.Nelson [unknown]
Description
Nabalus sagittatus (also called arrowleaf ragwort, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to Mexico. It has small, lance-shaped leaves and small yellow flowers. It grows in dry, rocky areas and can be found in the Mexican states of Oaxaca and Puebla.
Uses & Benefits
Nabalus sagittatus is an ornamental plant that is often used in gardens and flower beds. It has a long blooming period and attracts butterflies and bees, making it a great addition to any garden. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Nabalus sagittatus has small yellow flowers that are clustered together in a dense head. The seeds are small and black in color. The seedlings are slender and have a single stem with small, narrow leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Nabalus sagittatus is a perennial herb that is native to Mexico. It can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It should be watered regularly and fertilized every few months.
Where to Find Nabalus sagittatus
Nabalus sagittatus is native to Mexico and is found in dry, rocky areas. It can be found in nurseries and online retailers that specialize in rare plants.
Nabalus sagittatus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Nabalus sagittatus?
Nabalus sagittatus
What is the natural habitat of Nabalus sagittatus?
Nabalus sagittatus is native to the eastern United States.
What is the common name of Nabalus sagittatus?
Nabalus sagittatus is commonly known as arrow-leaved balsamroot.
What is the growth habit of Nabalus sagittatus?
Nabalus sagittatus is an herbaceous perennial that grows up to 3 feet tall.
What is the bloom time of Nabalus sagittatus?
Nabalus sagittatus blooms in late spring to early summer.
Species in the Nabalus genus
Nabalus trifoliolatus,
Nabalus alatus,
Nabalus altissimus,
Nabalus asper,
Nabalus boottii,
Nabalus acerifolius,
Nabalus albus,
Nabalus barbatus,
Nabalus bootii,
Nabalus crepidineus,
Nabalus racemosus,
Nabalus mainensis,
Nabalus sagittatus,
Nabalus ochroleucus,
Nabalus tatarinowii,
Nabalus serpentarius,
Nabalus roanensis,
Nabalus autumnalis,
Nabalus carrii,
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,