Neuontobotrys mendocina - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Brassicales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
mendocina
ID:
1280067
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Romanczuk) Al-Shehbaz
Source:
tro
Year:
2006
Citation Micro:
Darwiniana 44: 352 (2006)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001279405
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Neuontobotrys mendocina (also called 'Mendoza 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 mendocina 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 mendocina 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 mendocina are small, dark green, and have a single, long stem.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Neuontobotrys mendocina 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 mendocina
Neuontobotrys mendocina is found in Peru and Bolivia.
Neuontobotrys mendocina FAQ
What is the scientific name of Neuontobotrys mendocina?
Neuontobotrys mendocina
What type of plant is Neuontobotrys mendocina?
Herbaceous perennial
Where is Neuontobotrys mendocina native to?
Argentina
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,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record tro-50303905: 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.