Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
insignis
ID:
18662

Status:
valid

Authors:
Franch.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1888

Citation Micro:
J. Bot. (Morot) ii. (1888); et in Rev. Hortic

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000017991



Common Names

  • Nouelia insignis
  • Insignis Nouelia
  • Insignis Aster


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Description

Nouelia insignis (also called Showy Nouelia, among many other common names) is a perennial plant native to Mexico. It has small, white flowers and grows in dry, rocky areas.

Uses & Benefits

Nouelia insignis is a species of flowering plant in the daisy family, Asteraceae. It is commonly used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and is also used for erosion control on slopes and banks.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Nouelia insignis is a small white or yellow flower with 4 petals. The seed is a small, oval-shaped seed with a smooth, glossy surface. The seedlings are small, with thin, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Nouelia insignis is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soils. It can be grown in USDA hardiness zones 8 to 10.

Where to Find Nouelia insignis

Nouelia insignis is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in grasslands, open woodlands, and rocky slopes.

Nouelia insignis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Nouelia insignis?

Nouelia insignis

What is the common name of Nouelia insignis?

Showy Nouelia

Where is Nouelia insignis found?

Nouelia insignis is found in Mexico and Guatemala.

Species in the Nouelia 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,

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