Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
uniflora
ID:
27006

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hauman

Source:
gcc

Year:
1918

Citation Micro:
Anales Soc. Ci. Argent. 86: 327 (1918)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000026335



Common Names

  • Nassauvia uniflora
  • One-flowered Nassauvia
  • Uniflora Nassauvia


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Description

Nassauvia uniflora (also called One-flowered Nassauvia, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South America. It has lanceolate leaves and white flowers. It is found in dry, rocky soils, in open grassland and in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Nassauvia uniflora has been used as an ornamental plant, for erosion control, and as a source of medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Nassauvia uniflora has white flowers with yellow centers, and its seeds are small and black. Its seedlings are small, with a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Nassauvia uniflora is a small, evergreen shrub native to South America. It is easy to cultivate and propagate from cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil, and can tolerate some drought. Pruning is recommended to keep the plant compact and to encourage new growth.

Where to Find Nassauvia uniflora

Nassauvia uniflora is found in the Andes Mountains of South America.

Nassauvia uniflora FAQ

What are the growth requirements of Nassauvia uniflora?

Nassauvia uniflora is a drought-tolerant plant that prefers full sun and well-drained soil.

What is the best way to propagate Nassauvia uniflora?

Nassauvia uniflora can be propagated from seed or cuttings.

What pests and diseases affect Nassauvia uniflora?

Nassauvia uniflora is susceptible to aphids, mealybugs, and powdery mildew.

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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