Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Boraginales
Genus:
Species:
segetalis
ID:
1279700

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ricketson

Source:
tro

Year:
2008

Citation Micro:
Novon 18: 517 (2008)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001279038



Common Names

  • Nama segetalis
  • Segetalis Nama
  • Segetalis Star


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Description

Nama segetalis (also called Nama, among many other common names) is a shrub native to Mexico and Central America. It has small, white flowers and thick, green leaves. It grows in dry, rocky areas and is often found in desert habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Nama segetalis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a medicinal plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Nama segetalis has small, yellow flowers that are clustered together. The seeds are small and brown, and the seedlings are thin and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Nama segetalis is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 8 m tall. It prefers well-drained soils and full sun. Propagation is best done from seed, which should be sown in a warm, sunny location. The seed should be lightly covered with soil and kept moist until germination occurs. Transplanting of seedlings should be done when they are about 10 cm tall.

Where to Find Nama segetalis

Nama segetalis can be found in the tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas.

Nama segetalis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Nama segetalis?

Nama segetalis

What is the common name of Nama segetalis?

Segetalis Nama

Where is Nama segetalis found?

It is found in the southwestern United States and northern Mexico

Species in the Nama genus

Species in the Boraginaceae family

Actinocarya acaulis, Actinocarya tibetica, Adelocaryum coelestinum, Adelocaryum flexuosum, Adelocaryum malabaricum, Adelocaryum nebulicola, Adelocaryum lambertianum, Aegonychon purpurocaeruleum, Aegonychon zollingeri, Aegonychon purpurea-coeruleum, Aegonychon calabricum, Aegonychon calabrum, Afrotysonia africana, Afrotysonia glochidiata, Afrotysonia pilosicaulis, Alkanna amana, Alkanna angustifolia, Alkanna areolata, Alkanna attilae, Alkanna aucheriana, Alkanna auranitica, Alkanna bracteosa, Alkanna caliensis, Alkanna cappadocica, Alkanna confusa, Alkanna corcyrensis, Alkanna cordifolia, Alkanna dumanii, Alkanna frigida, Alkanna froedinii, Alkanna galilaea, Alkanna graeca, Alkanna haussknechtii, Alkanna hellenica, Alkanna hirsutissima, Alkanna hispida, Alkanna incana, Alkanna intercedens, Alkanna jordanovii, Alkanna kotschyana, Alkanna leiocarpa, Alkanna leptophylla, Alkanna lutea, Alkanna macrophylla, Alkanna macrosiphon, Alkanna maleolens, Alkanna megacarpa, Alkanna methanaea, Alkanna milliana, Alkanna mughlae,

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