Status:
valid
Authors:
(A.Gray) R.P.Roberts, Urbatsch & Neubig
Source:
gcc
Year:
2005
Citation Micro:
Sida 21(3): 1652 (2005)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000121377
Common Names
- Stenophyllus Nestotus
- Nestotus Stenophyllus
- Stenophyllus
Synonyms
- Haplopappus stenophyllus A.Gray [unknown]
- Aster stenophyllus Kuntze [unknown]
- Stenotus stenophyllus Greene [unknown]
Description
Nestotus stenophyllus (also called Narrow-leaved Nestotus, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant with a basal rosette of leaves. It is native to Europe and grows in meadows, pastures and other grassland habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Nestotus stenophyllus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and for landscaping. It is also used as a groundcover and for erosion control.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Nestotus stenophyllus is a small, white, star-shaped flower with yellow anthers. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of narrow, pointed leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Nestotus stenophyllus is a perennial herb native to Europe. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or division of the clumps. The flowers are attractive to bees and butterflies.
Where to Find Nestotus stenophyllus
Nestotus stenophyllus can be found in dry, rocky areas in the Mediterranean region.
Nestotus stenophyllus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Nestotus stenophyllus?
Nestotus stenophyllus
What is the common name of Nestotus stenophyllus?
Narrowleaf Nestotus
What is the family of Nestotus stenophyllus?
Asteraceae
Species in the Nestotus 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,