Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
spartioides
ID:
130689

Status:
valid

Authors:
(O.Hoffm.) Cronquist

Source:
gcc

Year:
1952

Citation Micro:
Bull. Jard. Bot. État Bruxelles 22: 310 (1952)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000130018



Common Names

  • Nidorella Spartioides
  • Spartina Grass
  • Salt Meadow Grass


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Synonyms

  • Nidorella malosana Baker [unknown]
  • Conyza spartioides O.Hoffm. [unknown]
  • Nidorella stricta O.Hoffm. [unknown]
  • Marsea spartioides Hiern [unknown]

Description

Nidorella spartioides (also called Spartium Nidorella, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to South America. It has a dense, upright growth habit and small white flowers. It prefers moist soils and is found in open woodlands, meadows, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Nidorella spartioides is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal herb. It has been used in traditional medicine to treat digestive issues, skin conditions, and respiratory problems. It is also known to have antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Nidorella spartioides is a yellow-orange disc floret, with a diameter of 1-2 cm. Its seeds are small, dark brown and oval-shaped, and the seedlings are small, with a single cotyledon and a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Nidorella spartioides is a perennial plant that is easy to cultivate and propagate. It grows best in moist, well-drained soil in full sun to partial shade. It can be propagated from seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring and divisions should be taken in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Nidorella spartioides

Nidorella spartioides can be found in the Mediterranean region of Europe and North Africa.

Nidorella spartioides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Nidorella spartioides?

Nidorella spartioides

What is the common name of Nidorella spartioides?

Spartan Nidorella

What is the natural habitat of Nidorella spartioides?

Nidorella spartioides is found in dry grasslands and meadows in Europe and North Africa

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-90928: Based on the initial data import
Karl August Otto Hoffmann (1853-1909): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'O.Hoffm.' in the authors string.
Arthur Cronquist (1919-1992): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cronquist' in the authors string.