Status:
valid
Authors:
(B.Nord.) B.Nord.
Source:
gcc
Year:
2006
Citation Micro:
Compositae Newslett. 44: 21 (2006)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000045055
Common Names
- Lemon Nordenstamia
- Lemon-scented Nordenstamia
- Lemon-scented Daisy
Description
Nordenstamia limonensis (also called Lemon Nordenstamia, among many other common names) is an annual plant that grows up to 1 m tall. It is native to Mexico and is found in dry, open habitats such as grasslands and scrublands.
Uses & Benefits
Nordenstamia limonensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Nordenstamia limonensis has yellow flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small and black. Its seedlings have a single stem with long, narrow leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Nordenstamia limonensis is a perennial herb that can be propagated by division or cuttings. It should be grown in full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frost.
Where to Find Nordenstamia limonensis
Nordenstamia limonensis can be found in the rainforests of Costa Rica.
Nordenstamia limonensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Nordenstamia limonensis?
Nordenstamia limonensis
What type of plant is Nordenstamia limonensis?
It is a perennial herb
Where is Nordenstamia limonensis found?
It is native to Mexico and Central America
Species in the Nordenstamia genus
Nordenstamia carpishensis,
Nordenstamia woytkowskii,
Nordenstamia kingii,
Nordenstamia pascoensis,
Nordenstamia repanda,
Nordenstamia cajamarcensis,
Nordenstamia rimachiana,
Nordenstamia fabrisii,
Nordenstamia limonensis,
Nordenstamia tovarii,
Nordenstamia huanucona,
Nordenstamia juninensis,
Nordenstamia longistyla,
Nordenstamia tuestae,
Nordenstamia stellatopilosa,
Nordenstamia magnifolia,
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,