Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
patagonicum
ID:
251126

Status:
valid

Authors:
Tronc.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1957

Citation Micro:
Darwiniana 11: 180 (1957)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000250458

Common Names

  • Neosparton Patagonicum
  • Patagonicum Rose
  • Patagonicum's Rose

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Description

Neosparton patagonicum (also called 'Patagonian Neosparton', among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 4 m tall. It is native to Patagonia and is found in dry forests and scrublands. It has small, leathery leaves and white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Neosparton patagonicum is used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat fever, cough, and sore throat. It is also used as an ornamental plant due to its attractive flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Neosparton patagonicum has small, white flowers with yellowish-green tips. The seeds are small and black, with a hard outer coating. The seedlings are small and delicate, with a few leaves and a thin stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Neosparton patagonicum is a small evergreen shrub native to Patagonia. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a well-drained soil mix. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and rooted in a well-drained soil mix. The plant should be grown in full sun and requires regular watering.

Where to Find Neosparton patagonicum

Neosparton patagonicum can be found in Patagonia, South America.

Neosparton patagonicum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Neosparton patagonicum?

Neosparton patagonicum

What is the family of Neosparton patagonicum?

Orchidaceae

What is the natural habitat of Neosparton patagonicum?

Montane forests of Cameroon

Species in the Verbenaceae family

Acantholippia seriphioides, Aloysia unifacialis, Aloysia decipiens, Aloysia barbata, Aloysia brasiliensis, Aloysia castellanosii, Aloysia catamarcensis, Aloysia chamaedryfolia, Aloysia chiapensis, Aloysia citrodora, Aloysia crenata, Aloysia densispicata, Aloysia dusenii, Aloysia fiebrigii, Aloysia gentryi, Aloysia gratissima, Aloysia hatschbachii, Aloysia herrerae, Aloysia macrostachya, Aloysia nahuire, Aloysia oblanceolata, Aloysia ovatifolia, Aloysia peruviana, Aloysia polygalifolia, Aloysia polystachya, Aloysia pulchra, Aloysia salviifolia, Aloysia schulziana, Aloysia scorodonioides, Aloysia sonorensis, Aloysia spathulata, Aloysia virgata, Aloysia wrightii, Aloysia velutina, Aloysia cordata, Aloysia arequipensis, Aloysia coalcomana, Aloysia salsoloides, Aloysia deserticola, Aloysia trifida, Aloysia riojana, Aloysia tarapacana, Bouchea agrestis, Bouchea boliviana, Bouchea dissecta, Bouchea notabilis, Bouchea prismatica, Bouchea pseudochascanum, Bouchea rusbyi, Bouchea spathulata,

References

Nélida Sara Troncoso (1914-1988): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Tronc.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:169095-2: Govaerts R (ed.). 2023. WCVP: World Checklist of Vascular Plants [Version 11]. Facilitated by the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. [WWW document] URL http://sftp.kew.org/pub/data-repositories/WCVP/ [accessed 20 April 2023].