Status:
valid
Authors:
(O.Hoffm.) Merxm.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1954
Citation Micro:
Mitt. Bot. Staatssamml. München Heft 9-10, 402 (1954)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000018627
Common Names
- Stenoptera Nicolasia
- Nicolasia Stenoptera
- Nicolasia
Description
Nicolasia stenoptera (also called narrow-winged Nicolasia, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to South America. It has narrow, pointed leaves and small, yellow flowers. It typically grows in moist areas and can be found in forests, woodlands, and along riversides.
Uses & Benefits
Nicolasia stenoptera is used as an ornamental plant and for medicinal purposes.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Nicolasia stenoptera sub. stenoptera
Nicolasia stenoptera sub. makarikariensis (Bremek. & Oberm.) Merxm.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Nicolasia stenoptera has small, yellow flowers with four petals and a single pistil. Its seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. Its seedlings have thin, light green leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Nicolasia stenoptera is a perennial herb that can be grown from seed or cuttings. It is best propagated from cuttings taken in spring or summer. The cuttings should be placed in a moist, well-draining soil and kept in a warm, sunny spot until they have rooted. Once rooted, the plants can be transplanted to their permanent location. Nicolasia stenoptera prefers full sun and well-draining soil.
Where to Find Nicolasia stenoptera
Nicolasia stenoptera is native to South America and can be found in the wild in Brazil, Colombia, and Venezuela.
Nicolasia stenoptera FAQ
What is the scientific name of Nicolasia stenoptera?
Nicolasia stenoptera
What is the common name of Nicolasia stenoptera?
Narrow-winged Nicolasia
What is the natural habitat of Nicolasia stenoptera?
Dry, rocky slopes and grasslands
Species in the Nicolasia genus
Species in the Asteraceae family
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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,