Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
biennis
ID:
120746

Status:
valid

Authors:
Spreng.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1826

Citation Micro:
Syst. Veg. 3: 589 (1826)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000120075



Common Names

  • Biennial Nestlera
  • Nestlera Biennis
  • Nestlera Bipinnata


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Synonyms

  • Stephanopappus reflexus Less. [unknown]
  • Relhania reflexa Thunb. [unknown]
  • Columellea biennis Jacq. [unknown]
  • Relhania biennis (Jacq.) K.Bremer [unknown]
  • Nestlera reflexa DC. [unknown]

Description

Nestlera biennis (also called 'Bien's Nestlera', among many other common names) is a biennial herb that grows up to 1 m tall. It is native to Europe and is typically found in dry, grassy habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Nestlera biennis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used to make herbal teas and as a natural dye.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Nestlera biennis has white flowers with a diameter of 1-2 cm. The seeds are small, black and shiny. The seedlings are small and have a rosette of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Nestlera biennis is a perennial plant that is native to Europe. It can be propagated by division or cuttings. Cultivation is best done in full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost.

Where to Find Nestlera biennis

Nestlera biennis is native to Europe and is found in the Mediterranean region, as well as in parts of North Africa.

Nestlera biennis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Nestlera biennis?

Nestlera biennis

What is the family of Nestlera biennis?

Asteraceae

What is the common name of Nestlera biennis?

Nestlera

Species in the Nestlera 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,

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