Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Brassicales
Species:
choiquensis
ID:
1280063

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Romanczuk) Al-Shehbaz

Source:
tro

Year:
2006

Citation Micro:
Darwiniana 44: 350 (2006)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001279401



Common Names

  • Adscendens Polypsecadium
  • Arnottianum Polypsecadium
  • Oleraceum Polypsecadium


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Description

Neuontobotrys choiquensis (also called 'Choiquensis Neuontobotrys', among many other common names) is a shrub native to South America. It grows to a height of up to 3 feet and has small, white flowers. It is found in dry, rocky areas and is often used as an ornamental plant.

Uses & Benefits

Neuontobotrys choiquensis has been used as a traditional medicine to treat fever, headaches, and other ailments. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Neuontobotrys choiquensis is a white or pinkish-white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed of the plant is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings of Neuontobotrys choiquensis are small, dark green, and have a single, long stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Neuontobotrys choiquensis can be propagated by seed, division or cuttings. It should be grown in moist, well-drained soil in a sheltered, partially shaded position. It is tolerant of light frosts and can be grown in a wide range of climates.

Where to Find Neuontobotrys choiquensis

Neuontobotrys choiquensis is found in Peru and Bolivia.

Neuontobotrys choiquensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Neuontobotrys choiquensis?

Neuontobotrys choiquensis

What type of plant is Neuontobotrys choiquensis?

Herbaceous perennial

Where is Neuontobotrys choiquensis native to?

Chile

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

The Plant List v1.1 record tro-50303901: Based on the initial data import
Ihsan Ali Al-Shehbaz (b.1939): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Al-Shehbaz' in the authors string.
M.C. Romanczuk: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Romanczuk' in the authors string.