Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
filiformis
ID:
139736

Status:
valid

Authors:
Nees

Source:
gcc

Year:
1840

Citation Micro:
Del. Sem. Hort. Vratisl. 1839 ; cf. Linnaea, xiv. (1840) Litt. 168

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000139065



Common Names

  • Threadleaf Neja
  • Thread-Leaf Neja
  • Thread-Leaved Neja


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Synonyms

  • Neja gracilis Don ex Sweet [unknown]
  • Polyactis sprengelii Schlecht. ex DC. [unknown]
  • Neja gracilis D.Don [unknown]
  • Hysterionica gracilis Benth. & Hook.f. [unknown]
  • Hysterionica setuligera Gand. [unknown]
  • Erigeron filiformis Spreng. [unknown]
  • Hysterionica gracilis gracilis [unknown]
  • Diplopappus stenophyllus Hook. & Arn. [unknown]
  • Neja tenuifolia DC. [unknown]
  • Hysterionica filiformis (Spreng.) Cabrera [unknown]
  • Neja ciliaris DC. [unknown]

Description

Neja filiformis (also called 'Thread-Leaf Neja', among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Argentina. It is found in dry grasslands and rocky slopes, growing up to 20 cm in height.

Uses & Benefits

Neja filiformis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating fever and headaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Neja filiformis has yellow flowers with a diameter of 2 cm. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small and have a thin stem with two leaves at the top.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Neja filiformis is a shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. When grown in containers, it should be watered regularly and fertilized every few months. It can be pruned to maintain its shape and size.

Where to Find Neja filiformis

Neja filiformis is native to South America and is commonly found in open, dry habitats such as grasslands and scrublands.

Neja filiformis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Neja filiformis?

Neja filiformis

What type of plant is Neja filiformis?

Annual herb

Where is Neja filiformis found?

South America

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,