Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
stenoptera
ID:
19298

Status:
valid

Authors:
(O.Hoffm.) Merxm.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1954

Citation Micro:
Mitt. Bot. Staatssamml. München Heft 9-10, 402 (1954)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000018627



Common Names

  • Stenoptera Nicolasia
  • Nicolasia Stenoptera
  • Nicolasia


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Description

Nicolasia stenoptera (also called narrow-winged Nicolasia, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to South America. It has narrow, pointed leaves and small, yellow flowers. It typically grows in moist areas and can be found in forests, woodlands, and along riversides.

Uses & Benefits

Nicolasia stenoptera is used as an ornamental plant and for medicinal purposes.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Nicolasia stenoptera sub. stenoptera
Nicolasia stenoptera sub. makarikariensis (Bremek. & Oberm.) Merxm.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Nicolasia stenoptera has small, yellow flowers with four petals and a single pistil. Its seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. Its seedlings have thin, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Nicolasia stenoptera is a perennial herb that can be grown from seed or cuttings. It is best propagated from cuttings taken in spring or summer. The cuttings should be placed in a moist, well-draining soil and kept in a warm, sunny spot until they have rooted. Once rooted, the plants can be transplanted to their permanent location. Nicolasia stenoptera prefers full sun and well-draining soil.

Where to Find Nicolasia stenoptera

Nicolasia stenoptera is native to South America and can be found in the wild in Brazil, Colombia, and Venezuela.

Nicolasia stenoptera FAQ

What is the scientific name of Nicolasia stenoptera?

Nicolasia stenoptera

What is the common name of Nicolasia stenoptera?

Narrow-winged Nicolasia

What is the natural habitat of Nicolasia stenoptera?

Dry, rocky slopes and grasslands

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-118009: Based on the initial data import
Karl August Otto Hoffmann (1853-1909): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'O.Hoffm.' in the authors string.
Hermann Merxmüller (1920-1988): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Merxm.' in the authors string.