Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Brassicales
Species:
amplexicaulis
ID:
1411410

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Kuntze) Al-Shehbaz

Source:
wcvp

Year:
2017

Citation Micro:
Harvard Pap. Bot. 22(2): 143. 2017 [31 Dec 2017] [epublished]

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001423875



Common Names

  • Neuontobotrys amplexicaulis
  • Amplexicaul Neuontobotrys
  • Amplexicaul Bush


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Description

Neuontobotrys amplexicaulis (also called Amplexicaul Neuontobotrys, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Apocynaceae family. It is native to Bolivia, Brazil, Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, and Venezuela. It grows in subtropical or tropical dry shrubland, subtropical or tropical dry lowland grassland, and subtropical or tropical dry montane grassland habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Neuontobotrys amplexicaulis is used in traditional medicine for treating fever, headaches, and skin diseases. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Neuontobotrys amplexicaulis is white with a yellow center, and has five petals. The seed is small and round, with a light brown color. The seedlings are thin and light green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Neuontobotrys amplexicaulis can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept in a warm, humid environment until germination. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature stems and planted in a well-draining soil mix. Keep the soil moist and provide bright, indirect light.

Where to Find Neuontobotrys amplexicaulis

Neuontobotrys amplexicaulis is native to tropical and subtropical regions of South America.

Neuontobotrys amplexicaulis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Neuontobotrys amplexicaulis?

Neuontobotrys amplexicaulis

What is the common name of Neuontobotrys amplexicaulis?

Amplexicaul neuontobotrys

Where is Neuontobotrys amplexicaulis found?

Neuontobotrys amplexicaulis is found in the western United States.

Species in the Brassicaceae family

Abdra brachycarpa, Abdra aprica, Acuston perenne, Aethionema rhodopaeum, Aethionema alanyae, Aethionema arabicum, Aethionema armenum, Aethionema capitatum, Aethionema carlsbergii, Aethionema carneum, Aethionema cephalanthum, Aethionema cordatum, Aethionema coridifolium, Aethionema demirizii, Aethionema diastrophis, Aethionema dumanii, Aethionema edentulum, Aethionema eunomioides, Aethionema fimbriatum, Aethionema froedinii, Aethionema gileadense, Aethionema glaucinum, Aethionema grandiflorum, Aethionema heterocarpum, Aethionema heterophyllum, Aethionema huber-morathii, Aethionema karamanicum, Aethionema lepidioides, Aethionema levandowskyi, Aethionema lycium, Aethionema marashicum, Aethionema membranaceum, Aethionema munzurense, Aethionema orbiculatum, Aethionema papillosum, Aethionema retsina, Aethionema saxatile, Aethionema schistosum, Aethionema semnanensis, Aethionema speciosum, Aethionema spicatum, Aethionema stylosum, Aethionema subulatum, Aethionema syriacum, Aethionema thesiifolium, Aethionema thomasianum, Aethionema transhyrcanum, Aethionema turcicum, Aethionema umbellatum, Aethionema virgatum,

References

Otto Kuntze (1843-1907): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kuntze' in the authors string.
Ihsan Ali Al-Shehbaz (b.1939): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Al-Shehbaz' in the authors string.