Status:
valid
Authors:
S.Moore
Source:
gcc
Year:
1927
Citation Micro:
J. Bot. 65(Suppl. 2): 52 (1927)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000070880
Common Names
- Felicioides Nicolasia
- Nicolasia
- Nicolasia Felicioides
Synonyms
- Athrixia feliciodes Hiern [unknown]
- Laggera humilis O.Hoffm. [unknown]
Description
Nicolasia felicioides (also called Felicio's Nicolasia, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Brazil. It has opposite, ovate to lanceolate leaves and small white flowers. It grows in open areas, such as grasslands, roadsides, and disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Nicolasia felicioides is a species of flowering plant in the daisy family. It is native to Central Asia and is used as an ornamental plant in gardens. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating respiratory problems and as an anti-inflammatory.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Nicolasia felicioides is yellow in colour, with five petals and a yellow centre. The seed is a small, black, glossy nutlet. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Nicolasia felicioides is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It should be watered regularly and fertilized with a balanced fertilizer once a month during the growing season.
Where to Find Nicolasia felicioides
Nicolasia felicioides is native to Mexico and can be found growing in the wild in the deserts of the region.
Nicolasia felicioides FAQ
What are the growth requirements of Nicolasia felicioides?
Nicolasia felicioides requires full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil.
How often should Nicolasia felicioides be watered?
Nicolasia felicioides should be watered regularly, but not too often, to keep the soil moist but not soggy.
What is the best way to propagate Nicolasia felicioides?
Nicolasia felicioides can be propagated by seed or by division of the root clump.
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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,