Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Brassicales
Species:
torulosa
ID:
380931

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Desf.) Hedge & J.Léonard

Source:
cmp

Year:
1986

Citation Micro:
Bull. Jard. Bot. Natl. Belg. 56: 395 (1986)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000380263



Common Names

  • Torulosa Neotorularia
  • Neotorularia Torulosa
  • Twisted Neotorularia


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Synonyms

  • Klukia rigida Andrz. ex DC. [unknown]
  • Malcolmia torulosa Boiss. [unknown]
  • Neotorularia torulosa scorpiuroides (Boiss.) Hedge & J.Léonard [unknown]
  • Torularia torulosa O.E.Schulz [unknown]
  • Sisymbrium torulosum Desf. [unknown]
  • Sisymbrium scorpiuroides Boiss. [unknown]
  • Sisymbrium musilii Velen. [unknown]
  • Dichasianthus torulosus (Desf.) Soják [unknown]
  • Erysimum cornutum Pall. [unknown]
  • Hesperis angustifolia DC. [unknown]
  • Hesperis torulosa Kuntze [unknown]
  • Malcolmia torulosa leiocarpa Boiss. [unknown]
  • Sisymbrium scorpiurus Pomel [unknown]
  • Torularia nodosa Pamp. [unknown]
  • Malcolmia scorpiuroides (Boiss.) Freyn [unknown]
  • Malcolmia cornuta Stapf [unknown]
  • Torularia torulosa hispida Maire [unknown]
  • Torularia torulosa torulosa [unknown]
  • Sisymbrium rigidum M.Bieb. [unknown]
  • Torularia torulosa scorpiuroides (Boiss.) O.E.Schulz [unknown]

Description

Neotorularia torulosa (also called Twisted Neotorularia, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to tropical Africa and Asia. It has long, thin stems and long, narrow leaves that form a rosette. It grows in wet areas, such as marshes, swamps, and riverbanks.

Uses & Benefits

Neotorularia torulosa is a medicinal plant used to treat digestive and urinary disorders. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is known to attract butterflies.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Neotorularia torulosa has small, white flowers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Neotorularia torulosa is a perennial herb found in tropical and subtropical regions. It can be propagated by seed or division. The seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained soil. Division can be done in spring or autumn. The plant prefers full sun and moist soil.

Where to Find Neotorularia torulosa

Neotorularia torulosa is native to tropical Africa and is found in moist, shady areas.

Neotorularia torulosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Neotorularia torulosa?

Neotorularia torulosa

What is the common name of Neotorularia torulosa?

Torulose neotorularia

What is the natural habitat of Neotorularia torulosa?

It is native to Central Asia

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References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2380896: Based on the initial data import
René Louiche Desfontaines (1750-1833): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Desf.' in the authors string.
Ian Charleson Hedge (b.1928): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hedge' in the authors string.