Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
undulata
ID:
39045

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Thunb.) Sond.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1865

Citation Micro:
Fl. Cap. 3: 90 (1865)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000038374



Common Names

  • Nidorella
  • Undulate Daisy
  • Wavy Daisy


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Synonyms

  • Nidorella longifolia DC. [unknown]
  • Nidorella amplexicaulis DC. [unknown]
  • Chrysocoma undulata Thunb. [unknown]

Description

Nidorella undulata (also called Undulate Nidorella, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to South America. It has a woody stem and its leaves are alternate, simple, and lanceolate. It grows in moist, shady areas, such as forests and riverbanks.

Uses & Benefits

Nidorella undulata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating fever.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Nidorella undulata has white flowers with yellow centers. The flowers have five petals and are around 1 cm in diameter. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Nidorella undulata is a perennial herb that is native to the Mediterranean region. It is easy to propagate from seed or cuttings. When propagating from seed, it is best to sow the seeds in a well-drained, sandy soil in the spring. The soil should be kept moist but not soggy. The seedlings should be thinned out to prevent overcrowding. Cuttings can also be taken from the plant in the spring and planted in a well-drained, sandy soil. The cuttings should be kept moist until they have rooted.

Where to Find Nidorella undulata

Nidorella undulata is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in dry, rocky habitats. It is most commonly found in parts of Spain, Italy, and Greece.

Nidorella undulata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Nidorella undulata?

Nidorella undulata

What is the common name of Nidorella undulata?

Wavy-leaved Nidorella

What is the natural habitat of Nidorella undulata?

Dry, rocky hillsides and open woodlands

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-137102: Based on the initial data import
Carl Peter Thunberg (1743-1828): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Thunb.' in the authors string.
Otto Wilhelm Sonder (1812-1881): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sond.' in the authors string.