Status:
valid
                
                
                    
Authors:
T.G.Hartley
                
                
                    
Source:
ksu
                
                
                    
Year:
2003
                
                
                    
Citation Micro:
Adansonia , sér. 3, 25: 10 (2003)
                
                
                    
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000380604
                
             
            
            
                
                
                
            
            
            
                                    
                        Common Names
                        
                        - Neoraputia paraensis
- Para Neoraputia
- Para Raputia
 
                                
                
                    
                    
                    
                
                
                
                
                                    
                        Synonyms
                        - Eriostemon pallidus Schltr. [unknown]
- Eriostemon pallidus latifolius Guillaumin [unknown]
 
                                                    
                        Description
                        
                            Neoschmidia pallida (also called pale neoschmidia, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant in the aster family. It is native to the Mediterranean region and grows in dry, open habitats.                        
                     
                                
                                    
                        Uses & Benefits
                        
                            Neoschmidia pallida is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, as a ground cover, and as an ingredient in herbal teas. It is also used to treat fever, headaches, and skin diseases.                        
                     
                                
                                                    
                        Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
                        
                            Neoschmidia pallida has small, white flowers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have oval-shaped leaves.                        
                     
                                
                
                
                                    
                        Cultivation and Propagation
                        
                            Neoschmidia pallida is a perennial herb that grows in moist, shady areas. It can be propagated by division or seed. The seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil and kept moist until germination occurs. The plants should be spaced about 30 cm apart and can be grown in full sun or partial shade.                        
                     
                                                    
                        Where to Find Neoschmidia pallida
                        
                            Neoschmidia pallida is native to tropical Africa and is found in moist habitats, such as wetlands, swamps, and marshes.                        
                     
                
                                    
                        Neoschmidia pallida FAQ
                        
                            What is the scientific name of Neoschmidia pallida?
Neoschmidia pallida
What are the common names of Neoschmidia pallida?
Common names of Neoschmidia pallida include pale umbrella plant and pale umbrella grass
What are the uses of Neoschmidia pallida?
Neoschmidia pallida is used medicinally as an antispasmodic, diuretic, and emmenagogue
 
                     
                
                                    
                        Species in the Neoschmidia genus
                        
                     
                                                    
                        Species in the Rutaceae family
                        
                            Acmadenia alternifolia, 
Acmadenia argillophila, 
Acmadenia baileyensis, 
Acmadenia bodkinii, 
Acmadenia burchellii, 
Acmadenia candida, 
Acmadenia densifolia, 
Acmadenia faucitincta, 
Acmadenia flaccida, 
Acmadenia fruticosa, 
Acmadenia gracilis, 
Acmadenia heterophylla, 
Acmadenia kiwanensis, 
Acmadenia latifolia, 
Acmadenia laxa, 
Acmadenia macradenia, 
Acmadenia macropetala, 
Acmadenia maculata, 
Acmadenia matroosbergensis, 
Acmadenia mundiana, 
Acmadenia nivea, 
Acmadenia nivenii, 
Acmadenia obtusata, 
Acmadenia patentifolia, 
Acmadenia rourkeana, 
Acmadenia rupicola, 
Acmadenia sheilae, 
Acmadenia tenax, 
Acmadenia teretifolia, 
Acmadenia tetracarpellata, 
Acmadenia tetragona, 
Acmadenia trigona, 
Acmadenia tenax, 
Acmadenia argillophila, 
Acmadenia macradenia, 
Acmadenia teretifolia, 
Acmadenia wittebergensis, 
Acradenia euodiiformis, 
Acradenia frankliniae, 
Acronychia richards-beehleri, 
Acronychia aberrans, 
Acronychia acidula, 
Acronychia acronychioides, 
Acronychia acuminata, 
Acronychia arfakensis, 
Acronychia baeuerlenii, 
Acronychia brassii, 
Acronychia carrii, 
Acronychia cartilaginea, 
Acronychia chooreechillum,