Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
balsana
ID:
32047

Status:
valid

Authors:
B.L.Turner

Source:
gcc

Year:
1977

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 37: 251 (1977)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000031376



Common Names

  • Neurolaena Balsana
  • Neurolaena Grass
  • Balsana Grass


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Description

Neurolaena balsana (also called Balsana false-ragweed, among many other common names) is an herbaceous perennial plant native to South America. It has a basal rosette of leaves and a single stem with a few branches. The leaves are lanceolate and serrated, and the flowers are yellow. It grows in meadows, grasslands, and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Neurolaena balsana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a medicinal herb to treat fever and inflammation.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Neurolaena balsana has small yellow flowers with a conical shape and a short stem. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a rosette shape.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Neurolaena balsana is an annual plant that is best grown in full sun and well-drained soil. It is propagated by seed, which should be sown in a cold frame in spring. The seedlings should be transplanted in late spring or early summer.

Where to Find Neurolaena balsana

Neurolaena balsana can be found in the western Mediterranean region, from Portugal to Turkey.

Neurolaena balsana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Neurolaena balsana?

Neurolaena balsana

What type of plant is Neurolaena balsana?

Neurolaena balsana is a perennial herb.

Where does Neurolaena balsana grow?

Neurolaena balsana grows in the Mediterranean region.

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-130340: Based on the initial data import
Billie Lee Turner (1925-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.L.Turner' in the authors string.