Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
nervosa
ID:
115131

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Wall. ex DC.) Anderb.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1991

Citation Micro:
Pl. Syst. Evol. 176(1-2): 104 (1991)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000114460

Common Names

  • Duhaldea
  • Nervosa Duhaldea
  • Nervous Duhaldea

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Synonyms

  • Inula asperrima Edgew. [unknown]
  • Aster vellereus Franch. [unknown]
  • Helenium nervosum Kuntze [unknown]
  • Aster macilentus Vaniot [unknown]
  • Inula venosa Hand.-Mazz. [unknown]
  • Inula nervosa Wall. ex DC. [unknown]
  • Inula verrucosa Klatt [unknown]
  • Inula nervosa Wall. [unknown]
  • Inula nitida Edgew. [unknown]
  • Inula esquirolii H.Lév. [unknown]
  • Inula nervosa purpurascens Hook.f. [unknown]
  • Duhaldea nervosa purpurascens (Hook.f.) Karthik. & Moorthy [unknown]

Description

Duhaldea nervosa (also called Mexican feather grass, among many other common names) is a perennial grass native to Mexico and the southwestern United States. It grows to heights of up to 4 feet and has yellow flowers. It is found in dry, sandy areas and is drought tolerant.

Uses & Benefits

Duhaldea nervosa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever and inflammation.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The Duhaldea nervosa has yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Duhaldea nervosa is a perennial plant that grows best in full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated from seed or division. Seeds should be sown in the spring and divisions should be taken in the late summer or early fall. Water regularly and fertilize once a month.

Where to Find Duhaldea nervosa

Duhaldea nervosa can be found in the southwestern United States, in areas like Arizona, New Mexico, and Texas.

Duhaldea nervosa FAQ

What is the ideal soil type for Duhaldea nervosa?

Duhaldea nervosa prefers well-drained, sandy soils with a neutral pH.

How much water does Duhaldea nervosa need?

Duhaldea nervosa requires moderate amounts of water, but can tolerate some drought.

What is the best way to propagate Duhaldea nervosa?

Duhaldea nervosa can be propagated by seed or cuttings.

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-75955: Based on the initial data import
Nathaniel Wolff Wallich (1786-1854): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wall.' in the authors string.
Augustin Pyramus de Candolle (1778-1841): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'DC.' in the authors string.
Arne A. Anderberg (b.1954): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Anderb.' in the authors string.