Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Cucurbitales
Species:
balansae
ID:
379300

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Gagnep.) Hutch.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1942

Citation Micro:
Ann. Bot. (Oxford) , n.s., 6: 101 (1942)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000378632



Common Names

  • Balansae Neoalsomitra
  • Balansae False-pimpernel
  • Balansae Neoalsomitra


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Synonyms

  • Alsomitra balansae Gagnep. [unknown]

Description

Neoalsomitra balansae (also called 'Balansa's Daisy', among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to South Africa. It has small, white flowers with yellow centers and grows to a height of 1.5 meters. It is found in rocky, mountainous areas and is drought-tolerant.

Uses & Benefits

Neoalsomitra balansae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a food source for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Neoalsomitra balansae is a small, yellowish-brown spikelet, with a single floret. The seed is a small, dark brown nutlet. The seedlings are thin, grass-like, with a single stem and small, pointed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Neoalsomitra balansae is a perennial plant that can be propagated from seed or division. It prefers moist, well-drained soil in full sun to partial shade. It is also tolerant of a wide range of soil types and can be grown in containers. It is drought tolerant once established.

Where to Find Neoalsomitra balansae

Neoalsomitra balansae is native to Southeast Asia.

Neoalsomitra balansae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Neoalsomitra balansae?

Neoalsomitra balansae

What is the common name of Neoalsomitra balansae?

Balansa's Neoalsomitra

What is the natural habitat of Neoalsomitra balansae?

Grasslands and scrublands of southern South America

Species in the Cucurbitaceae family

Abobra tenuifolia, Acanthosicyos horridus, Actinostemma lobatum, Actinostemma parvifolium, Actinostemma tenerum, Alsomitra macrocarpa, Ampelosicyos humblotii, Ampelosicyos major, Ampelosicyos meridionalis, Ampelosicyos scandens, Ampelosicyos bosseri, Ampelosicyos leandrii, Ampelosycios meridionalis, Ampelosycios scandens, Apodanthera anatuyana, Apodanthera argentea, Apodanthera aspera, Apodanthera biflora, Apodanthera bradei, Apodanthera cinerea, Apodanthera eriocalyx, Apodanthera fasciculata, Apodanthera ferreyrana, Apodanthera glaziovii, Apodanthera hindii, Apodanthera hirtella, Apodanthera laciniosa, Apodanthera linearis, Apodanthera mandonii, Apodanthera mathewsii, Apodanthera palmeri, Apodanthera sagittifolia, Apodanthera smilacifolia, Apodanthera succulenta, Apodanthera tumbeziana, Apodanthera ulei, Apodanthera undulata, Apodanthera villosa, Apodanthera weberbaueri, Apodanthera longipedicellata, Austrobryonia argillicola, Austrobryonia centralis, Austrobryonia micrantha, Austrobryonia pilbarensis, Baijiania borneensis, Baijiania taiwaniana, Baijiania decipiens, Baijiania smitinandii, Bambekea racemosa, Bayabusua clarkei,

References

John Hutchinson (1884-1972): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hutch.' in the authors string.
François Gagnepain (1866-1952): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gagnep.' in the authors string.