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Common Names
- Neuropeltis leari
- Lear's Neuropeltis
- Lear Neuropeltis
Description
Neuropeltis leari (also called African Daisy, among many other common names) is an evergreen perennial plant with small, white, daisy-like flowers and bright green foliage. It is native to South Africa and grows in moist, well-drained soils in full sun or partial shade.
Uses & Benefits
Neuropeltis leari is used as an ornamental plant and for erosion control.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Neuropeltis leari has white flowers with a yellow center, and its seeds are black and glossy. The seedlings have a reddish-purple stem and bright green leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Neuropeltis leari is an evergreen perennial that can be propagated from cuttings. Take cuttings from the tips of stems in the spring and root them in a moist potting mix. Keep the cuttings in a warm, humid environment until they have rooted.
Where to Find Neuropeltis leari
Neuropeltis leari is native to Africa and can be found in moist, open habitats such as along riverbanks and in disturbed areas.
Neuropeltis leari FAQ
What is the scientific name of Neuropeltis leari?
Neuropeltis leari
What is the common name of Neuropeltis leari?
Leary's Bindweed
Where is Neuropeltis leari native to?
South America
Species in the Neuropeltis genus
Neuropeltis alnifolia,
Neuropeltis laxiflora,
Neuropeltis occidentalis,
Neuropeltis maingayi,
Neuropeltis indochinensis,
Neuropeltis malabarica,
Neuropeltis incompta,
Neuropeltis prevosteoides,
Neuropeltis aenea,
Neuropeltis acuminata,
Neuropeltis cairica,
Neuropeltis gilletii,
Neuropeltis hallebanda,
Neuropeltis hederacea,
Neuropeltis hispida,
Neuropeltis involucrata,
Neuropeltis leari,
Neuropeltis paniculata,
Neuropeltis reptans,
Neuropeltis sagittata,
Neuropeltis velutina,
Neuropeltis racemosa,
Neuropeltis pseudovelutina,
Species in the Convolvulaceae family
Aniseia harmandii,
Aniseia martinicensis,
Aniseia argentina,
Aniseia luxurians,
Argyreia adpressa,
Argyreia apoensis,
Argyreia arakuensis,
Argyreia atropurpurea,
Argyreia barbata,
Argyreia barbigera,
Argyreia barnesii,
Argyreia bifrons,
Argyreia boholensis,
Argyreia boseana,
Argyreia bracteosa,
Argyreia breviscapa,
Argyreia caudata,
Argyreia celebica,
Argyreia cinerea,
Argyreia coacta,
Argyreia confusa,
Argyreia congesta,
Argyreia coonoorensis,
Argyreia corneri,
Argyreia crispa,
Argyreia cucullata,
Argyreia cymosa,
Argyreia daltonii,
Argyreia discolor,
Argyreia elliptica,
Argyreia erinacea,
Argyreia fulgens,
Argyreia glabra,
Argyreia hancorniifolia,
Argyreia hirsutissima,
Argyreia hookeri,
Argyreia involucrata,
Argyreia kerrii,
Argyreia kleiniana,
Argyreia kunstleri,
Argyreia kurzii,
Argyreia lamii,
Argyreia lanceolata,
Argyreia laotica,
Argyreia lawii,
Argyreia leschenaultii,
Argyreia linggaensis,
Argyreia longifolia,
Argyreia luzonensis,
Argyreia maingayi,