Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
pulvinata
ID:
27762

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Cabrera) G.L.Nesom

Source:
gcc

Year:
1994

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 76: 172. 1994

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000027091



Common Names

  • Neja Pulvinata
  • Woolly Neja
  • Woolly-Headed Neja


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Synonyms

  • Hysterionica pulvinata Cabrera [unknown]
  • Hysterionica dianthifolia pulvinata (Cabrera) Ariza [deprecated]

Description

Neja pulvinata (also called Velvet-leaf Neja, among many other common names) is an annual or biennial plant that grows up to 30 cm tall. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is commonly found in grasslands, meadows, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Neja pulvinata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat fever, dysentery, and other ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Neja pulvinata has yellow flowers with a diameter of 1 cm. Its seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings have a basal rosette of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Neja pulvinata is a perennial herb 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. For best results, water regularly and fertilize monthly.

Where to Find Neja pulvinata

Neja pulvinata is native to the Mediterranean region.

Neja pulvinata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Neja pulvinata?

Neja pulvinata

What is the common name of Neja pulvinata?

Pillow Neja

What type of plant is Neja pulvinata?

Perennial herb

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-126185: Based on the initial data import
Ángel Lulio Cabrera (1908-1999): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cabrera' in the authors string.
Guy L. Nesom (b.1945): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.L.Nesom' in the authors string.