Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
neocaledonica
ID:
126169

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Guillaumin) G.L.Nesom

Source:
gcc

Year:
1994

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 76(2): 138 (1994). (1994)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000125498



Common Names

  • Neo-Caledonian Pytinicarpa
  • New Caledonian Pytinicarpa
  • Pytinicarpa of New Caledonia


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Synonyms

  • Brachyscome neo-caledonica Guillaumin [unknown]

Description

Pytinicarpa neocaledonica (also called Pytinicarpa, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Colombia. It has a large, woody rootstock and a single stem that can reach up to 1 m in height. Its leaves are ovate-lanceolate, with entire margins and a pointed tip. It grows in moist, shady habitats, such as forests and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Pytinicarpa neocaledonica is used as an ornamental plant and has been used to treat digestive disorders and as an anti-inflammatory.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Pytinicarpa neocaledonica is a small, yellow-green, tubular flower. The seed is a small, black, ovoid seed. The seedlings are small, yellow-green, and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pytinicarpa neocaledonica is a small shrub native to New Caledonia. It is a fast-growing species that can reach up to 3 meters in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soils. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a well-prepared seedbed. Cuttings should be taken in late summer or early autumn and planted in a well-drained soil mix.

Where to Find Pytinicarpa neocaledonica

Pytinicarpa neocaledonica can be found in New Caledonia.

Pytinicarpa neocaledonica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pytinicarpa neocaledonica?

Pytinicarpa neocaledonica

What is the common name of Pytinicarpa neocaledonica?

New Caledonian Pytinicarpa

Where is Pytinicarpa neocaledonica found?

It is found in New Caledonia

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

André Guillaumin (1885-1974): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Guillaumin' in the authors string.
Guy L. Nesom (b.1945): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.L.Nesom' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:978398-1: Based on the initial data import