Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Cucurbitales
Species:
schefferiana
ID:
379976

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Cogn.) Hutch.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1942

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

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000379308



Common Names

  • Neoalsomitra schefferiana
  • Schefferiana Neoalsomitra
  • Neoalsomitra Schefferiana


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Synonyms

  • Alsomitra schefferiana Cogn. [unknown]
  • Alsomitra schefferiana minor Cogn. [unknown]

Description

Neoalsomitra schefferiana (also called Scheffer's Neoalsomitra, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant that is native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico. It grows in sandy soils in dry areas, such as deserts, roadsides, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Neoalsomitra schefferiana is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used medicinally for treating various ailments, such as fever, colds, and digestive disorders.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Neoalsomitra schefferiana has small, white flowers with five petals and yellow stamens. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Neoalsomitra schefferiana 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 schefferiana

Neoalsomitra schefferiana is native to the tropical and subtropical regions of South America, Central America, and the Caribbean.

Neoalsomitra schefferiana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Neoalsomitra schefferiana?

Neoalsomitra schefferiana

What is the common name of Neoalsomitra schefferiana?

Scheffer's False Alsomitra

Where is Neoalsomitra schefferiana native to?

India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar

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.
Alfred Cogniaux (1841-1916): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cogn.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:293606-1: Based on the initial data import