Status:
valid
Authors:
A.W.Hill
Source:
ksu
Year:
1906
Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 37: 579 (1906)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000382327
Common Names
- Nototriche lobbii
- Lobbii Nototriche
- Lobb's Nototriche
Synonyms
- Malvastrum lobbii Baker [unknown]
Description
Nototriche lobbii (also called Lobb's water-starwort, among many other common names) is an annual aquatic plant native to South America. It has small, white, star-shaped flowers and floating leaves that are narrow and have a waxy texture. It is found in shallow waters, ponds, and lakes.
Uses & Benefits
Nototriche lobbii is a plant native to South America. It is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Nototriche lobbii is a small, white flower. The seed is a small, black seed. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Nototriche lobbii is a perennial shrub that can reach up to 2 m in height. It is propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained, sandy soil. Cuttings should be taken in late summer or early autumn and planted in a well-drained, sandy soil. The plant should be kept in a sunny position and watered regularly.
Where to Find Nototriche lobbii
Nototriche lobbii is native to the Andes Mountains in South America and can be found in moist habitats such as wet meadows and stream banks.
Nototriche lobbii FAQ
What is the natural habitat of Nototriche lobbii?
Nototriche lobbii is native to the Mediterranean region.
What is the size of Nototriche lobbii?
Nototriche lobbii is a small species, typically reaching a height of around 20 cm.
What is the flowering period of Nototriche lobbii?
Nototriche lobbii typically flowers in the spring and summer months.
Species in the Nototriche genus
Nototriche cupuliformis,
Nototriche chuculaensis,
Nototriche calchaquensis,
Nototriche cajonensis,
Nototriche caesia,
Nototriche cabrerae,
Nototriche castillonii,
Nototriche sleumeri,
Nototriche rohmederi,
Nototriche viridula,
Nototriche pulvilla,
Nototriche pseudopichinchensis,
Nototriche macrotuba,
Nototriche glabra,
Nototriche friesii,
Nototriche lobbii,
Nototriche kurtzii,
Nototriche hunzikeri,
Nototriche alternata,
Nototriche argentea,
Nototriche borussica,
Nototriche clandestina,
Nototriche compacta,
Nototriche condensata,
Nototriche congesta,
Nototriche copon,
Nototriche epileuca,
Nototriche famatinensis,
Nototriche flabellata,
Nototriche foetida,
Nototriche glacialis,
Nototriche glauca,
Nototriche hieronymi,
Nototriche jamesonii,
Nototriche longirostris,
Nototriche longissima,
Nototriche lorentzii,
Nototriche mandoniana,
Nototriche meyenii,
Nototriche nana,
Nototriche niederleinii,
Nototriche nigrescens,
Nototriche obtusa,
Nototriche orbignyana,
Nototriche ovata,
Nototriche purpurascens,
Nototriche pusilla,
Nototriche rugosa,
Nototriche sajamensis,
Nototriche sulphurea,
Species in the Malvaceae family
Abelmoschus angulosus,
Abelmoschus caillei,
Abelmoschus crinitus,
Abelmoschus esculentus,
Abelmoschus ficulneus,
Abelmoschus hostilis,
Abelmoschus magnificus,
Abelmoschus manihot,
Abelmoschus moschatus,
Abelmoschus muliensis,
Abelmoschus sagittifolius,
Abelmoschus enbeepeegearensis,
Abroma augustum,
Abutilon abutiloides,
Abutilon affine,
Abutilon alii,
Abutilon amplum,
Abutilon andrewsianum,
Abutilon andrieuxii,
Abutilon anglosomaliae,
Abutilon angulatum,
Abutilon anodoides,
Abutilon appendiculatum,
Abutilon arenarium,
Abutilon arequipense,
Abutilon auritum,
Abutilon austroafricanum,
Abutilon badium,
Abutilon balansae,
Abutilon bastardioides,
Abutilon benedictum,
Abutilon berlandieri,
Abutilon bidentatum,
Abutilon bracteosum,
Abutilon buchii,
Abutilon burandtii,
Abutilon bussei,
Abutilon californicum,
Abutilon calliphyllum,
Abutilon carinatum,
Abutilon coahuilae,
Abutilon commutatum,
Abutilon cryptopetalum,
Abutilon cuspidatum,
Abutilon densiflorum,
Abutilon dinteri,
Abutilon dispermum,
Abutilon divaricatum,
Abutilon dugesii,
Abutilon durandoi,