Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
alainii
ID:
87031

Status:
valid

Authors:
(J.Jiménez Alm.) B.Nord.

Source:
gcc

Year:
2007

Citation Micro:
Compositae Newslett. 45: 38 (2007)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000086360



Common Names

  • Nesampelos alainii
  • Alainii Nesampelos
  • Nesampelos Alainii


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Synonyms

  • Herodotia alainii J.Jiménez Alm. [unknown]
  • Ekmaniopappus alainii (J.Jiménez Alm.) Borhidi [unknown]

Description

Nesampelos alainii (also called Alain's Nesampelos, Alain's Daisy, and Alain's Fleabane, among many other common names) is an annual plant with a woody base and daisy-like flowers. It is native to Mexico and is found in grasslands and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Nesampelos alainii is used as an ornamental plant and is known for its ability to attract butterflies and other pollinators. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Nesampelos alainii is a small, white, daisy-like flower with a yellow center. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Nesampelos alainii is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South America. It can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the garden.

Where to Find Nesampelos alainii

Nesampelos alainii is native to South America and can be found in dry, rocky areas, such as hillsides and open woodlands.

Nesampelos alainii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Nesampelos alainii?

Nesampelos alainii

What is the common name of Nesampelos alainii?

Alain's Nesampelos

What is the natural habitat of Nesampelos alainii?

It is found in dry meadows, grasslands, and rocky slopes in the Mediterranean region

Species in the Nesampelos 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-42739: Based on the initial data import
Bertil Nordenstam (b.1936): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.Nord.' in the authors string.
José de Jesús Jiménez Almonte (1905-1982): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.Jiménez Alm.' in the authors string.