Status:
valid
Authors:
(Sch.Bip. ex Walp.) H.Rob. & V.A.Funk
Source:
ipni
Year:
2011
Citation Micro:
PhytoKeys 3: 28 (2011)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001331815
Common Names
- Nothovernonia Purpurea
- Purpurea Daisy
- Nothovernonia Daisy
Description
Nothovernonia purpurea (also called Purple nothovernonia, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to western Asia. It has small, white flowers and grows in dry, rocky slopes and open woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Nothovernonia purpurea is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, colds, and digestive problems.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Nothovernonia purpurea is a purple daisy-like flower with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Nothovernonia purpurea is a fast-growing, evergreen, perennial shrub that can reach up to 3 m in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soils. Propagation is done by cuttings or seeds. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems and planted in a well-drained potting mix. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained potting mix and kept moist until germination occurs.
Where to Find Nothovernonia purpurea
Nothovernonia purpurea is native to Mexico and can be found in the northern and western parts of the country.
Nothovernonia purpurea FAQ
What is the scientific name of Nothovernonia purpurea?
Nothovernonia purpurea
What are the common names of Nothovernonia purpurea?
Purpurea, Purpureus
Where does Nothovernonia purpurea grow?
Pakistan
Species in the Nothovernonia 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,