Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
sprengelioides
ID:
73389

Status:
valid

Authors:
DC.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1838

Citation Micro:
Coll. Mém. ix. 35. t. 14; et Prod. iii.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000072718



Common Names

  • Sprengelioides
  • Nassauvia
  • Nassauvian Daisy


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Synonyms

  • Nassauvia araucana Phil. [unknown]

Description

Nassauvia sprengelioides (also called Sprengel's Nassauvia, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to Argentina and Chile. It has a single stem and small, white flowers. It grows in dry, sandy places, such as hillsides and dunes.

Uses & Benefits

Nassauvia sprengelioides is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used for its medicinal properties to treat skin diseases, fever, and stomach pain.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Nassauvia sprengelioides is yellow with a yellow center. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have a rosette of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Nassauvia sprengelioides is an annual plant that is propagated by seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or directly in the ground. Water regularly and fertilize with a balanced fertilizer every few weeks.

Where to Find Nassauvia sprengelioides

Nassauvia sprengelioides is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in dry, rocky areas.

Nassauvia sprengelioides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Nassauvia sprengelioides?

Nassauvia sprengelioides

What type of plant is Nassauvia sprengelioides?

It is an annual herbaceous plant

Where is Nassauvia sprengelioides found?

It is found in South America

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,

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