Status:
valid
Authors:
(Poir.) B.Nord.
Source:
gcc
Year:
2007
Citation Micro:
Compositae Newslett. 45: 37 (2007)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000132957
Common Names
- Nesampelos lucens
- Shining Nesampelos
- Shining Cotton Thistle
Description
Nesampelos lucens (also called False Sampelos, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant that can grow up to 40 cm tall. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in dry grasslands, rocky slopes and open woodlands. It has a basal rosette of leaves and small white flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Nesampelos lucens is a low-maintenance plant that can be used as a ground cover. It is also known for its ability to attract pollinators and is often used in butterfly gardens.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Nesampelos lucens is a yellow-orange color and has a daisy-like structure. The seeds are small and round, and the seedlings are thin and have a light green color.
Cultivation and Propagation
Nesampelos lucens is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It is easy to propagate from cuttings or by division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Water regularly and fertilize lightly in the spring.
Where to Find Nesampelos lucens
Nesampelos lucens is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in Southern Europe, North Africa, and the Middle East.
Nesampelos lucens FAQ
What is the scientific name of Nesampelos lucens?
Nesampelos lucens
What is the common name of Nesampelos lucens?
Luminous Star-Vine
What is the growth habit of Nesampelos lucens?
It is a perennial climbing vine with tendrils and small, star-shaped flowers
Species in the Nesampelos genus
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,