Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
lucens
ID:
133628

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

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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.

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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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-93786: Based on the initial data import
Jean Louis Marie Poiret (1755-1834): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Poir.' in the authors string.
Bertil Nordenstam (b.1936): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.Nord.' in the authors string.