Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
macrophylla
ID:
90348

Status:
valid

Authors:
Greenm.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1903

Citation Micro:
Proc. Amer. Acad. Arts 39: 118 (1903)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000089677



Common Names

  • Large-leaved Neurolaena
  • Bigleaf Neurolaena
  • Largeleaf Neurolaena


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Description

Neurolaena macrophylla (also called Large-leaved Neurolaena, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant that is native to Central and South America. It grows in grasslands, meadows, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Neurolaena macrophylla is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a food source for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Neurolaena macrophylla is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small and have a single, thin stem with a few small leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Neurolaena macrophylla is a perennial herb that can be propagated through seeds or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Division should be done in the spring or fall when the plant is actively growing. Both seeds and divisions should be kept in a warm, sunny location until established.

Where to Find Neurolaena macrophylla

Neurolaena macrophylla is native to Central and South America and can be found in tropical and subtropical forests.

Neurolaena macrophylla FAQ

What is the scientific name of Neurolaena macrophylla?

Neurolaena macrophylla

What is the common name of Neurolaena macrophylla?

Large-leaved Neurolaena

What is the natural habitat of Neurolaena macrophylla?

Mountain forests

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-45983: Based on the initial data import
Jesse More Greenman (1867-1951): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Greenm.' in the authors string.