Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
gracilis
ID:
38841

Status:
valid

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

Source:
gcc

Year:
1975

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 29: 353 [-354], fig (1975)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000038170



Common Names

  • Neomirandea gracilis
  • Graceful Neomirandea
  • Slender Neomirandea


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Description

Neomirandea gracilis (also called Slender Neomirandea, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to Central and South America. It grows to a height of up to 40 cm and has yellow flower heads. It is found in dry grasslands, scrublands, and rocky hillsides.

Uses & Benefits

Neomirandea gracilis is a medicinal plant used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat a variety of ailments. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and flower beds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Neomirandea gracilis is a yellow-green disc flower head, with a diameter of 1-2 cm. The seeds are small and brown, with a diameter of 0.5-1 mm. The seedlings are thin and have a single, long stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Neomirandea gracilis is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. Water regularly and fertilize every few weeks.

Where to Find Neomirandea gracilis

Neomirandea gracilis is native to Central and South America, including Mexico, Guatemala, and Nicaragua.

Neomirandea gracilis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Neomirandea gracilis?

Neomirandea gracilis

What type of plant is Neomirandea gracilis?

It is an annual herb

Where does Neomirandea gracilis grow?

It grows in dry, rocky slopes in the southwestern United States

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-136908: 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.