Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Boraginales
Genus:
Species:
persica
ID:
1216372

Status:
valid

Authors:
Boiss.

Source:
tro

Year:
1846

Citation Micro:
Diagn. Pl. Orient. 7: 32 (1846)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001215710



Common Names

  • Nonea
  • Persica
  • Persian Nonea


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Description

Nonea persica (also called Persian Nonea, among many other common names) is an annual herb up to 30 cm tall, with a woody base. It is native to the tropical regions of Asia. It is found in open woodlands, savannas, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Nonea persica is used as an ornamental plant and is also known for its medicinal properties. It is used to treat fever, inflammation, and digestive problems.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Nonea persica var. suchtelenioides (Riedl) Falat. & Pakravan

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Nonea persica has small, yellow flowers with a sweet scent. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Nonea persica can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix in spring or early summer. Cuttings should be taken in late summer or early autumn and rooted in a sandy soil mix. Both methods should be kept in a warm, sunny location.

Where to Find Nonea persica

Nonea persica is found in the Middle East and Central Asia.

Nonea persica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Nonea persica?

Nonea persica

What is the common name of Nonea persica?

Persian nonea

Where is Nonea persica native to?

Western Asia

Species in the Nonea 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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