Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
sessilifolia
ID:
132061

Status:
valid

Authors:
R.M.King & H.Rob.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1972

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 24: 106 (1972)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000131390



Common Names

  • Cuatrecasia
  • Cuatrecasia Sessilifolia
  • Cuatrecasia Plant


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Description

Neocuatrecasia sessilifolia (also called Sessile Cuatrecasia, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to South America. It has white daisy-like flowers and grows in dry, rocky areas. It is a popular garden plant and is often used as a ground cover.

Uses & Benefits

Neocuatrecasia sessilifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a windbreak. It can also be used as a medicinal plant for treating respiratory and digestive problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Neocuatrecasia sessilifolia is yellow and daisy-like. The seed is small and black. The seedling has two cotyledons and a short stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Neocuatrecasia sessilifolia is a perennial herb native to South America. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. When planting from seed, sow in a well-drained soil in a sunny spot. When propagating from cuttings, take semi-hardwood cuttings in late summer, and place in a well-drained soil mix. Keep the soil moist and in a warm, sheltered spot.

Where to Find Neocuatrecasia sessilifolia

Neocuatrecasia sessilifolia is found in the tropical forests of Central and South America.

Neocuatrecasia sessilifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Neocuatrecasia sessilifolia?

Neocuatrecasia sessilifolia

What is the common name of Neocuatrecasia sessilifolia?

None

What is the family of Neocuatrecasia sessilifolia?

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

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-92260: Based on the initial data import
Robert Merrill King (1930-2007): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.M.King' in the authors string.
Harold E. Robinson (1932-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Rob.' in the authors string.