Status:
valid
Authors:
(Griseb.) G.L.Nesom
Source:
gcc
Year:
1994
Citation Micro:
Phytologia 76(2): 171 (1994): (1994)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000119093
Common Names
- Neja
- Dianthifolia
- Neja Daisy
Description
Neja dianthifolia (also called Star Daisy, among many other common names) is an annual herb with a woody rootstock and numerous, erect, leafy stems. It is native to Mexico and is found in dry, open areas, roadsides, and disturbed sites.
Uses & Benefits
Neja dianthifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat digestive problems, fever, and skin diseases.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Neja dianthifolia has yellow daisy-like flowers with a black center. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have small oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Neja dianthifolia is an evergreen shrub that is native to South America. It can be propagated by cuttings or by seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost.
Where to Find Neja dianthifolia
Neja dianthifolia is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in dry, rocky areas.
Neja dianthifolia FAQ
What is the scientific name of Neja dianthifolia?
Neja dianthifolia
What is the common name of Neja dianthifolia?
Dianthifolia Neja
Where is Neja dianthifolia native to?
Mexico
Species in the Neja genus
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,