Status:
valid
Authors:
Sch.Bip. ex Wedd.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1856
Citation Micro:
Chlor. Andina 1: 140 (1856)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000004629
Common Names
- Culcitium neaei
- Neae's Culcitium
- Neae's Daisy
Synonyms
- Culcitium nivale neaei DC. [unknown]
- Senecio neeanus Cuatrec. [unknown]
Description
Culcitium neaei (also called Neae's culcitium, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to South America. It has yellow flowers and deeply lobed leaves. It grows in moist, sunny areas and can be found in grasslands, forests, and shrublands.
Uses & Benefits
Culcitium neaei is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a source of food for livestock and wildlife.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Culcitium neaei is white with a single head and a long stem. The seed is small, round and black. The seedlings are thin and have a single stem with a few leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Culcitium neaei is a perennial herb that prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by seed, which should be sown in spring or early summer. Cuttings can also be used.
Where to Find Culcitium neaei
Culcitium neaei can be found in the dry forests of Central and South America.
Culcitium neaei FAQ
What is the scientific name of Culcitium neaei?
Culcitium neaei
What is the common name of Culcitium neaei?
Neae's culcitium
Where is Culcitium neaei native to?
Mexico
Species in the Culcitium genus
Culcitium pflanzii,
Culcitium neaei,
Culcitium nivale,
Culcitium albifolium,
Culcitium dasyphyllum,
Culcitium herrerae,
Culcitium magellanicum,
Culcitium peruvianum,
Culcitium canescens,
Culcitium depressum,
Culcitium haenkei,
Culcitium candidum,
Culcitium serratifolium,
Culcitium oligocephalum,
Culcitium rufescens,
Culcitium canescens,
Species in the Asteraceae family
Aaronsohnia pubescens,
Aaronsohnia factorovskyi,
Abrotanella filiformis,
Abrotanella rostrata,
Abrotanella linearis,
Abrotanella trilobata,
Abrotanella muscosa,
Abrotanella inconspicua,
Abrotanella trichoachaenia,
Abrotanella caespitosa,
Abrotanella nivigena,
Abrotanella pusilla,
Abrotanella linearifolia,
Abrotanella papuana,
Abrotanella rosulata,
Abrotanella emarginata,
Abrotanella fertilis,
Abrotanella spathulata,
Abrotanella purpurea,
Abrotanella patearoa,
Abrotanella submarginata,
Abrotanella diemii,
Abrotanella scapigera,
Abrotanella forsterioides,
Acamptopappus shockleyi,
Acamptopappus sphaerocephalus,
Acanthocephalus benthamianus,
Acanthocephalus amplexifolius,
Acanthocladium dockeri,
Acanthodesmos distichus,
Acanthodesmos gibarensis,
Acanthospermum humile,
Acanthospermum consobrinum,
Acanthospermum glabratum,
Acanthospermum microcarpum,
Acanthospermum hispidum,
Acanthospermum australe,
Acanthospermum lecocarpoides,
Acanthostyles buniifolius,
Acanthostyles saucechicoensis,
Achillea buiana,
Achillea conrathii,
Achillea cucullata,
Achillea styriaca,
Achillea clavennae,
Achillea cappadocica,
Achillea huber-morathii,
Achillea ptarmicoides,
Achillea sieheana,
Achillea barrelieri,