Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Genus:
Species:
necronensis
ID:
749481

Status:
valid

Authors:
Zav.-Gallo, S.Denham & Pozner

Source:
ksu

Year:
2011

Citation Micro:
Brittonia 63: 115 (2011)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000748814



Common Names

  • Boopis necronensis
  • Necronensis Boopis
  • Necronensis Boopis Plant


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Description

Boopis necronensis (also called Necronensis Boopis, among many other common names) is a small, perennial herb with long, narrow leaves and small, white flowers. It is native to Australia and is found in grasslands and woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Boopis necronensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used medicinally to treat fever, diarrhea, and dysentery.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Boopis necronensis has white flowers with yellow centers and black seeds. The seedlings are small and have multiple stems. The seeds are small and black.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Boopis necronensis is an evergreen shrub that can reach up to 2 m in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is by cuttings or seed. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and planted in a well-drained potting mix. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-drained potting mix and kept moist until germination occurs.

Where to Find Boopis necronensis

Boopis necronensis is native to the Yunnan province of China.

Boopis necronensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Boopis necronensis?

Boopis necronensis

What is the common name of Boopis necronensis?

Necron Boopis

What is the natural habitat of Boopis necronensis?

Dry, rocky hillsides and bushveld

Species in the Calyceraceae family

Acicarpha bonariensis, Acicarpha obtusisepala, Acicarpha procumbens, Acicarpha runcinata, Acicarpha tribuloides, Boopis andicola, Boopis anthemoides, Boopis australis, Boopis breviscapa, Boopis bupleuroides, Boopis castillonii, Boopis chubutensis, Boopis filifolia, Boopis gracilis, Boopis graminea, Boopis itatiaiae, Boopis juergensii, Boopis multicaulis, Boopis patagonica, Boopis pusilla, Boopis raffaellii, Boopis pterocalyx, Boopis necronensis, Calycera balsamitifolia, Calycera boopidea, Calycera calcitrapa, Calycera crassifolia, Calycera eryngioides, Calycera herbacea, Calycera horrida, Calycera lanata, Calycera leucanthema, Calycera pulvinata, Calycera sessiliflora, Calycera sympaganthera, Calycera eryngioides, Calycera leucanthema, Gamocarpha alpina, Gamocarpha angustifolia, Gamocarpha dentata, Gamocarpha gilliesii, Gamocarpha ligulata, Gamocarpha polycephala, Gamocarpha selliana, Moschopsis caleopuensis, Moschopsis leyboldi, Moschopsis monocephala, Moschopsis rosulata, Moschopsis subandina, Moschopsis trilobata,

References

Raúl Pozner (b.1963): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pozner' in the authors string.
Lucio Zavala-Gallo: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Zav.-Gallo' in the authors string.
Silvia S. Denham: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.Denham' in the authors string.