Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
oaxacana
ID:
88898

Status:
valid

Authors:
B.L.Turner

Source:
gcc

Year:
1977

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 37: 251 (1977)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000088227

Common Names

  • Oaxaca Neurolaena
  • Oaxacan Neurolaena
  • Neurolaena Oaxacana

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Description

Neurolaena oaxacana (also called Oaxaca Laceflower, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico. It has a slender stem and grows to a height of 1-2 feet. Its leaves are narrow and lacy, and its flowers are yellow and daisy-like. It is found in dry, rocky soils in desert scrub and chaparral habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Neurolaena oaxacana is used as a medicinal plant to treat fever, headaches, and digestive problems. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Neurolaena oaxacana has small, yellow flowers that are clustered together in a head-like formation. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are slender with small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Neurolaena oaxacana can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-drained soil. Division should be done in spring. The plant should be grown in full sun and in well-drained soil.

Where to Find Neurolaena oaxacana

Paspalum leptocaulon can be found in South America, particularly in Brazil, Uruguay, and Argentina.

Neurolaena oaxacana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Neurolaena oaxacana?

Neurolaena oaxacana

What are the common uses of Neurolaena oaxacana?

Neurolaena oaxacana is used as an ornamental plant and for medicinal purposes.

Where is Neurolaena oaxacana native to?

Neurolaena oaxacana is native to Mexico and Central America.

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-44566: Based on the initial data import
Billie Lee Turner (1925-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.L.Turner' in the authors string.