Neostrearia fleckeri - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Saxifragales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
fleckeri
ID:
380135
Status:
valid
Authors:
L.S.Sm.
Source:
ksu
Year:
1958
Citation Micro:
Proc. Roy. Soc. Queensland 69: 46 (1958)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000379467
Common Names
- Flecker's neostrearia
- Flecker's false-laurel
- Flecker's false-bay
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Neostrearia fleckeri (also called Flecker's Neostrearia, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Australia. It has long, narrow leaves and small white flowers. It grows in moist, shady areas, such as in forests, along streams, and in wet meadows.
Uses & Benefits
Neostrearia fleckeri is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is known for its ability to attract butterflies and other beneficial insects. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Neostrearia fleckeri has small, white flowers with yellow anthers. The seeds are small, dark brown and oblong. The seedlings are small and have a single, narrow leaf.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Neostrearia fleckeri is a perennial plant that is propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. It is tolerant of drought and can be grown in a variety of soils, including clay. It should be fertilized every spring with a balanced fertilizer.
Where to Find Neostrearia fleckeri
Neostrearia fleckeri is found in tropical and subtropical regions of Central and South America.
Neostrearia fleckeri FAQ
What is the scientific name of Neostrearia fleckeri?
Neostrearia fleckeri
What is the common name of Neostrearia fleckeri?
Flecker's Starwort
What is the habitat of Neostrearia fleckeri?
It is found in shallow water of lakes, ponds, and ditches
Species in the Neostrearia genus
Species in the Hamamelidaceae family
Chunia bucklandioides, Corylopsis alnifolia, Corylopsis brevistyla, Corylopsis calcicola, Corylopsis coreana, Corylopsis glabrescens, Corylopsis glandulifera, Corylopsis glaucescens, Corylopsis gotoana, Corylopsis henryi, Corylopsis himalayana, Corylopsis microcarpa, Corylopsis multiflora, Corylopsis obovata, Corylopsis omeiensis, Corylopsis pauciflora, Corylopsis platypetala, Corylopsis rotundifolia, Corylopsis sinensis, Corylopsis trabeculosa, Corylopsis veitchiana, Corylopsis velutina, Corylopsis willmottiae, Corylopsis yui, Corylopsis yunnanensis, Corylopsis spicata, Dicoryphe angustifolia, Dicoryphe buddlejoides, Dicoryphe gracilis, Dicoryphe guatteriifolia, Dicoryphe lanceolata, Dicoryphe laurifolia, Dicoryphe laurina, Dicoryphe macrophylla, Dicoryphe platyphylla, Dicoryphe retusa, Dicoryphe stipulacea, Dicoryphe viticoides, Disanthus cercidifolius, Distyliopsis dunnii, Distyliopsis lanata, Distyliopsis laurifolia, Distyliopsis salicifolia, Distyliopsis tutcheri, Distyliopsis yunnanensis, Distylium annamicum, Distylium buxifolium, Distylium chinense, Distylium chinense, Distylium chungii,
References
Lindsay Stuart Smith (1917-1970): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.S.Sm.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:430737-1: Based on the initial data import