Nassauvia argentea - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
argentea
ID:
15525
Status:
valid
Authors:
Phil.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1894
Citation Micro:
Anales Univ. Chile 87: 82 (1894)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000014854
Common Names
- Nassauvia Argentea
- Silver Nassauvia
- Silver Ragwort
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- Nassauvia revoluta argentea Hosseus [unknown]
Description
Nassauvia argentea (also called Silver Nassauvia, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to South America. It has small white flowers and small, oval-shaped leaves. It grows in sandy, well-drained soils in arid and semi-arid regions, and is often found in rocky outcrops and on hillsides.
Uses & Benefits
Nassauvia argentea is a perennial herb native to Mexico and Central America. It has many non-medical uses, such as providing a habitat for wildlife, providing erosion control, and being used as an ornamental plant in landscaping.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Nassauvia argentea has small, white flowers with yellow centers and small, dark brown seeds. The seedlings have oval-shaped leaves that are covered in short hairs.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Nassauvia argentea is a perennial herb that is best propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -15°C (5°F).
Where to Find Nassauvia argentea
Nassauvia argentea is native to Mexico and can be found in the states of Oaxaca, Guerrero, and Chiapas.
Nassauvia argentea FAQ
What are the common names of Nassauvia argentea?
Nassauvia argentea is commonly known as Silver Nassauvia.
What is the natural habitat of Nassauvia argentea?
Nassauvia argentea is native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico, where it grows in dry, rocky, and sandy soils in desert scrub, chaparral, and grassland habitats.
What are the characteristics of Nassauvia argentea?
Nassauvia argentea is an annual herb with white or pink flowers. It grows to a height of 1-2 feet and has a spreading habit.
Species in the Nassauvia genus
Nassauvia magellanica, Nassauvia pulcherrima, Nassauvia ameghinoi, Nassauvia argyrophylla, Nassauvia argentea, Nassauvia gaudichaudii, Nassauvia hillii, Nassauvia argyrophylla, Nassauvia uniflora, Nassauvia digitata, Nassauvia axillaris, Nassauvia sceptrum, Nassauvia planifolia, Nassauvia ramosissima, Nassauvia latissima, Nassauvia lagascae, Nassauvia fuegiana, Nassauvia acerosa, Nassauvia dentata, Nassauvia looseri, Nassauvia sublobata, Nassauvia ruizii, Nassauvia sprengelioides, Nassauvia serpens, Nassauvia juniperina, Nassauvia chubutensis, Nassauvia glomerulosa, Nassauvia pyramidalis, Nassauvia dusenii, Nassauvia coronipappa, Nassauvia ulicina, Nassauvia pentacaenoides, Nassauvia darwinii, Nassauvia maeviae, Nassauvia pinnigera, Nassauvia gaudichaudii, Nassauvia cumingii, Nassauvia glomerata, Nassauvia dusenii, Nassauvia aculeata, Nassauvia pygmaea, Nassauvia revoluta,
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-114368: Based on the initial data import
Rodolfo Amando Philippi (1808-1904): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Phil.' in the authors string.