Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
parasitica
ID:
46694

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Klatt) R.M.King & H.Rob.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1970

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 19(5): 309 (1970)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000046023



Common Names

  • Neomirandea Parasitica
  • Parasitic Daisy
  • Parasitic Daisy Bush


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Description

Neomirandea parasitica (also called Parasitic False Daisy, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to Central America. It grows to a height of 1-2 feet and has small, white flowers. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and is found in open woodlands, grasslands, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Neomirandea parasitica is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating fever, headaches, and stomach aches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Neomirandea parasitica has small white flowers with four petals and yellow stamens. Its seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Neomirandea parasitica is a perennial herb native to Central 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 rooted in a moist soil mix. Once established, the plant requires little maintenance and can tolerate some drought.

Where to Find Neomirandea parasitica

Neomirandea parasitica can be found in the Mexican states of Guerrero and Oaxaca.

Neomirandea parasitica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Neomirandea parasitica?

Neomirandea parasitica

What are the common names of Neomirandea parasitica?

Parasitic Mirandea

What is the habitat of Neomirandea parasitica?

Neomirandea parasitica is found in the cloud forests of Costa Rica.

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-144507: 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.
Friedrich Wilhelm Klatt (1825-1897): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Klatt' in the authors string.