Status:
valid
Authors:
O.E.Schulz
Source:
tro
Year:
1932
Citation Micro:
Notizbl. Bot. Gart. Berlin-Dahlem 11: 392 (1932)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001216877
Common Names
- Berningeri Yellowcress
- Berningeri Watercress
- Neuontobotrys Berningeri
Description
Neuontobotrys berningeri (also called Berninger's Neuontobotrys, among many other common names) is an annual herb that grows up to 30 cm tall. It is native to South Africa and is found in grassland and open woodland habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Neuontobotrys berningeri has no known non-medical uses.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Neuontobotrys berningeri is yellow, with four petals and a yellow center. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small, thin, and have a light green color.
Cultivation and Propagation
Neuontobotrys berningeri is an easy-to-grow annual that is best propagated from seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Sow the seeds in spring or fall in a sunny location, and water regularly until the plants are established. Once established, the plants require little additional care. Deadhead spent blooms to encourage more flowers.
Where to Find Neuontobotrys berningeri
Neuontobotrys berningeri can be found in South America.
Species in the Neuontobotrys genus
Neuontobotrys linearifolius,
Neuontobotrys polyphyllus,
Neuontobotrys tarapacanus,
Neuontobotrys berningeri,
Neuontobotrys linifolius,
Neuontobotrys robusta,
Neuontobotrys elloanensis,
Neuontobotrys choiquensis,
Neuontobotrys frutescens,
Neuontobotrys lanatus,
Neuontobotrys mendocina,
Neuontobotrys intricatissima,
Neuontobotrys schulzii,
Neuontobotrys camanaensis,
Neuontobotrys amplexicaulis,
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,