Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
costata
ID:
123448

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Klatt) Thell.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1923

Citation Micro:
Vierteljahrsschr. Naturf. Ges. Zürich lxviii. 446 (1923)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000122777



Common Names

  • Nicolasia Costata
  • Costata Nicolasia
  • Nicolasia


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Synonyms

  • Nolletia costata Klatt ex Schinz [unknown]
  • Nicolasia lugardii N.E.Br. [unknown]
  • Nolletia costata Klatt [unknown]
  • Nicolasia lugardi N.E.Br. ex S.Moore [unknown]

Description

Nicolasia costata (also called Costate Nicolasia, among many other common names) is an annual herb with yellow flowers and long, narrow leaves. It is native to Ecuador and is found in dry grasslands and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Nicolasia costata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used to make herbal teas which are believed to have medicinal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Nicolasia costata has yellow flowers with five petals and a long, slender stem. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are thin and have a single, long stem with small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Nicolasia costata is a perennial shrub that can reach up to 2 m in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done from seed or cuttings taken in late summer or early autumn. The seeds should be sown in a well-drained medium such as sand or perlite. The cuttings should be taken from the current season's growth and placed in a well-drained medium such as sand or perlite. The cuttings should be kept moist and in a warm, sheltered spot until they have rooted.

Where to Find Nicolasia costata

Nicolasia costata can be found in the Mediterranean region of Europe, North Africa, and the Middle East.

Nicolasia costata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Nicolasia costata?

Nicolasia costata

What is the common name of Nicolasia costata?

Costate nicolasia

What is the habitat of Nicolasia costata?

It is found in grasslands, scrublands, and disturbed areas

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-83932: Based on the initial data import
Friedrich Wilhelm Klatt (1825-1897): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Klatt' in the authors string.
Albert Thellung (1881-1928): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Thell.' in the authors string.