Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
obovata
ID:
1414706

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Benth.) Farhani & Kaz.Osaloo

Source:
wcvp

Year:
2018

Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 379(1): 113. 2018

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001427171



Common Names

  • Neobrachyactis obovata
  • Obovata Neobrachyactis
  • Obovata


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Description

Neobrachyactis obovata (also called Obovate Neobrachyactis, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to South America. It has simple, opposite leaves and small, yellowish-green flowers. It grows in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.

Uses & Benefits

Neobrachyactis obovata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Neobrachyactis obovata are small and white, with a yellow center. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Neobrachyactis obovata is a shrub native to South America. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination occurs. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and planted in well-draining soil. The plant prefers partial shade and should be watered regularly during the growing season.

Where to Find Neobrachyactis obovata

Neobrachyactis obovata can be found in Mexico.

Neobrachyactis obovata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Neobrachyactis obovata?

Neobrachyactis obovata

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Oblong Neobrachyactis

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Asteraceae

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

George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
Shahrokh Kazempour Osaloo (b.1966): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kaz.Osaloo' in the authors string.
Tayyebeh Farhani: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Farhani' in the authors string.