Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
phyllostegia
ID:
24945

Status:
valid

Authors:
(F.Muell.) Paul G.Wilson

Source:
gcc

Year:
1985

Citation Micro:
Census Vasc. Pl. W. Australia, ed. 2 6. 1985

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000024274



Common Names

  • Neotysonia
  • Phyllostegia Neotysonia
  • Phyllostegia Neotysonia


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Description

Neotysonia phyllostegia (also called Phyllostegia, among many other common names) is a shrub native to the Hawaiian Islands. It grows to a height of up to 4 meters and has white flowers. It is found in wet forests and along streams.

Uses & Benefits

Neotysonia phyllostegia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for livestock. It has medicinal properties and is used to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, headaches, and digestive issues.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Neotysonia phyllostegia is white and has a diameter of about 2 cm. The seed is small, black and has a diameter of about 0.5 cm. The seedlings are small, green and have a diameter of about 0.5 cm.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Neotysonia phyllostegia can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from healthy stems and placed in a moist soil mix. Both methods should be kept in a warm, sunny location until the plants are established.

Where to Find Neotysonia phyllostegia

Neotysonia phyllostegia can be found in the subtropical forests of South America.

Neotysonia phyllostegia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Neotysonia phyllostegia?

Neotysonia phyllostegia

What is the common name of Neotysonia phyllostegia?

Phyllostegia

Where is Neotysonia phyllostegia found?

North America

Species in the Neotysonia genus

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-123456: Based on the initial data import
Ferdinand von Mueller (1825-1896): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.Muell.' in the authors string.
Paul Graham Wilson (b.1928): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Paul G.Wilson' in the authors string.