Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
nigrescens
ID:
81171

Status:
valid

Authors:
(L.F.Hend.) A.Heller

Source:
gcc

Year:
1900

Citation Micro:
Muhlenbergia i. 8. 1900 [10 Nov 1900]

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000080500



Common Names

  • Nothocalais nigrescens
  • Black Nothocalais
  • Black-stemmed Nothocalais


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Description

Nothocalais nigrescens (also called Black Nothocalais, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South America. It has ovate to lanceolate leaves with a blackish coloration and yellow flower heads. It typically grows in moist, open habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Nothocalais nigrescens is used as an ornamental plant, for erosion control, and as a source of essential oils.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Nothocalais nigrescens is a yellow, daisy-like flower with a yellow center. Its seeds are small, black, and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have a white, woolly coating.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Nothocalais nigrescens is a perennial herb that is native to South America. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. When propagating from seed, sow the seeds in a well-draining soil mix and keep the soil moist. When propagating from cuttings, take a cutting from a mature plant and place it in a pot with a well-draining soil mix. Keep the soil moist and provide plenty of light. Once the cutting has rooted, it can be transplanted into the garden.

Where to Find Nothocalais nigrescens

Nothocalais nigrescens is native to the western United States and can be found in dry, open areas.

Nothocalais nigrescens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Nothocalais nigrescens?

Nothocalais nigrescens

What are the common names of Nothocalais nigrescens?

Black-flowered Nothocalais

Where is Nothocalais nigrescens native to?

Western North America

Species in the Nothocalais genus

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-37068: Based on the initial data import
Amos Arthur Heller (1867-1944): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Heller' in the authors string.
Louis Forniquet Henderson (1853-1942): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.F.Hend.' in the authors string.