Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Brassicales
Species:
frutescens
ID:
1280064

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Gillies ex Hook. & Arn.) Al-Shehbaz

Source:
tro

Year:
2006

Citation Micro:
Darwiniana 44: 350 (2006)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001279402



Common Names

  • Adscendens Polypsecadium
  • Arnottianum Polypsecadium
  • Pectinifolium Polypsecadium


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Description

Neuontobotrys frutescens (also called 'Frutescens 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 frutescens 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 frutescens 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 frutescens are small, dark green, and have a single, long stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Neuontobotrys frutescens 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 frutescens

Neuontobotrys frutescens is found in Peru and Bolivia.

Neuontobotrys frutescens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Neuontobotrys frutescens?

Neuontobotrys frutescens

What type of plant is Neuontobotrys frutescens?

Herbaceous perennial

Where is Neuontobotrys frutescens native to?

Argentina

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-50303902: Based on the initial data import
William Jackson Hooker (1785-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hook.' in the authors string.
George Arnott Walker-Arnott (1799-1868): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Arn.' in the authors string.
John Gillies (1792-1834): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gillies' in the authors string.
Ihsan Ali Al-Shehbaz (b.1939): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Al-Shehbaz' in the authors string.