Status:
valid
Authors:
Greenm. ex Donn.Sm.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1904
Citation Micro:
Bot. Gaz. 37: 418 (1904)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000119100
Common Names
- Neurolaena cobanensis
- Cobanensis Neurolaena
- Neurolaena
Description
Neurolaena cobanensis (also called Coban Neurolaena, among many other common names) is an herbaceous perennial native to Central America. It is found in a variety of habitats, including montane forests, grasslands, and savannas.
Uses & Benefits
Neurolaena cobanensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat fever, headaches, and skin diseases.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Neurolaena cobanensis has yellow daisy-like flowers with a black center. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have small oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Neurolaena cobanensis is a perennial herb that is best grown in moist, well-drained soils in full sun. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a cold frame. Cuttings should be taken in late summer or early autumn and rooted in a cold frame.
Where to Find Neurolaena cobanensis
Neurolaena cobanensis is native to Guatemala and can be found in wet, tropical areas.
Neurolaena cobanensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Neurolaena cobanensis?
Neurolaena cobanensis
What is the common name of Neurolaena cobanensis?
Coban Neurolaena
What is the habitat of Neurolaena cobanensis?
It is found in tropical rainforests
Species in the Neurolaena genus
Neurolaena wendtii,
Neurolaena balsana,
Neurolaena lobata,
Neurolaena integrifolia,
Neurolaena oaxacana,
Neurolaena macrophylla,
Neurolaena intermedia,
Neurolaena venturana,
Neurolaena cobanensis,
Neurolaena macrocephala,
Neurolaena lamina,
Neurolaena schippii,
Neurolaena serboana,
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,