Status:
valid
Authors:
(F.Muell.) Paul G.Wilson
Source:
gcc
Year:
1985
Citation Micro:
Census Vasc. Pl. W. Australia, ed. 2 6. 1985
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000024274
Common Names
- Neotysonia
- Phyllostegia Neotysonia
- Phyllostegia Neotysonia
Description
Neotysonia phyllostegia (also called Phyllostegia, among many other common names) is a shrub native to the Hawaiian Islands. It grows to a height of up to 4 meters and has white flowers. It is found in wet forests and along streams.
Uses & Benefits
Neotysonia phyllostegia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for livestock. It has medicinal properties and is used to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, headaches, and digestive issues.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Neotysonia phyllostegia is white and has a diameter of about 2 cm. The seed is small, black and has a diameter of about 0.5 cm. The seedlings are small, green and have a diameter of about 0.5 cm.
Cultivation and Propagation
Neotysonia phyllostegia can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from healthy stems and placed in a moist soil mix. Both methods should be kept in a warm, sunny location until the plants are established.
Where to Find Neotysonia phyllostegia
Neotysonia phyllostegia can be found in the subtropical forests of South America.
Neotysonia phyllostegia FAQ
What is the scientific name of Neotysonia phyllostegia?
Neotysonia phyllostegia
What is the common name of Neotysonia phyllostegia?
Phyllostegia
Where is Neotysonia phyllostegia found?
North America
Species in the Neotysonia genus
Species in the Asteraceae family
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Aaronsohnia factorovskyi,
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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,