Nidorella umbrosa - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
umbrosa
ID:
139598
Status:
valid
Authors:
Wild
Source:
gcc
Year:
1969
Citation Micro:
Bol. Soc. Brot. , sér. 2, 43: 234 (1969)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000138927
Common Names
- Nidorella
- Mountain Pussytoes
- Shadow Pussytoes
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Nidorella umbrosa (also called Shadow-loving Nidorella, among many other common names) is a perennial herb that grows up to 40 cm in height. It is native to Australia and grows in shady habitats, such as woodlands and rainforests.
Uses & Benefits
Nidorella umbrosa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a ground cover and to stabilize slopes. Its leaves are used to make a tea that is said to have calming effects.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Nidorella umbrosa has small, white flowers with yellow anthers. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings have long, narrow leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Nidorella umbrosa can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun or partial shade. It can tolerate drought and is suitable for rock gardens. It is best to divide the plant in early spring or autumn.
Where to Find Nidorella umbrosa
Nidorella umbrosa is native to South America and can be found in dry grasslands, scrub, and rocky slopes.
Nidorella umbrosa FAQ
What is the scientific name of Nidorella umbrosa?
Nidorella umbrosa
What is the common name of Nidorella umbrosa?
Umbrosa Nidorella
What is the natural habitat of Nidorella umbrosa?
Grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands
Species in the Nidorella genus
Nidorella varia, Nidorella resedifolia, Nidorella linifolia, Nidorella vernonioides, Nidorella anomala, Nidorella hottentotica, Nidorella undulata, Nidorella foetida, Nidorella nobrei, Nidorella bampsiana, Nidorella auriculata, Nidorella chrysocoma, Nidorella burundiensis, Nidorella agria, Nidorella welwitschii, Nidorella tongensis, Nidorella pedunculata, Nidorella zavattarii, Nidorella spartioides, Nidorella nordenstamii, Nidorella umbrosa, Nidorella aegyptiaca, Nidorella attenuata, Nidorella obscura, Nidorella pinnata, Nidorella pinnatifida, Nidorella ulmifolia, Nidorella ivifolia, Nidorella podocephala,
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-9955: Based on the initial data import
Hiram Wild (1917-1982): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wild' in the authors string.