Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Genus:
Species:
alata
ID:
379607

Status:
valid

Authors:
(A.C.Sm.) A.C.Sm.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1969

Citation Micro:
Pacific Sci. 23: 387 (1969)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000378939



Common Names

  • Alata Sedge
  • Winged Sedge
  • Winged Flat-sedge


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Description

Neuburgia alata (also called Winged Neuburgia, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South America. It has a creeping habit and grows up to 30 cm tall. The leaves are lanceolate and the flowers are white. It is found in tropical and subtropical regions in moist soils.

Uses & Benefits

Neuburgia alata is a plant native to South America and is used as an ornamental plant in gardens. It has a long flowering period and is known for its bright yellow flowers. It is also used as a ground cover and for erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Neuburgia alata is small and yellow-green in color. The seed is a small, dark brown nut. The seedlings are thin and light green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Neuburgia alata is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or by seed. When propagating by division, the plant should be divided in the spring or early summer. When propagating by seed, the seeds should be sown in the spring in a well-drained soil. The plants should be kept moist and should be fertilized regularly.

Where to Find Neuburgia alata

Neuburgia alata can be found in the tropical forests of Central and South America.

Neuburgia alata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Neuburgia alata?

Neuburgia alata

What are the common names of Neuburgia alata?

Winged Neuburgia

What is the natural habitat of Neuburgia alata?

Wetlands, marshes, and swamps

Species in the Loganiaceae family

Antonia ovata, Bonyunia antoniifolia, Bonyunia aquatica, Bonyunia minor, Bonyunia superba, Bonyunia venusta, Bonyunia spectabilis, Bonyunia excelsa, Bonyunia magnifica, Bonyunia nobilis, Bonyunia pulchra, Gardneria angustifolia, Gardneria lanceolata, Gardneria multiflora, Gardneria nutans, Gardneria ovata, Geniostoma angustifolium, Geniostoma antherotrichum, Geniostoma balansanum, Geniostoma biseriale, Geniostoma borbonicum, Geniostoma calcicola, Geniostoma celastrineum, Geniostoma clavatum, Geniostoma cyrtandrae, Geniostoma densiflora, Geniostoma erythrosperma, Geniostoma fagraeoides, Geniostoma gagnae, Geniostoma glaucescens, Geniostoma grandifolium, Geniostoma huttonii, Geniostoma leenhoutsii, Geniostoma macrophyllum, Geniostoma mooreanum, Geniostoma novae-caledoniae, Geniostoma pedunculatum, Geniostoma petiolosum, Geniostoma randianum, Geniostoma rapense, Geniostoma rarotongensis, Geniostoma remyana, Geniostoma rupestre, Geniostoma stipulare, Geniostoma sykesii, Geniostoma trichostylum, Geniostoma umbellatum, Geniostoma vestitum, Geniostoma weinlandii, Geniostoma imbricatum,