Pluchea nogalensis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
nogalensis
ID:
14462
Status:
valid
Authors:
Chiov.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1929
Citation Micro:
Fl. Somala 1: 197 (1929)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000013791
Common Names
- Pluchea nogalensis
- Tepozan
- Tepozan de monte
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Pluchea nogalensis (also called Nogales Pluchea, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub with dark green leaves and small white flowers. It is native to the tropical regions of South and Central America and is found in moist forests and along riverbanks.
Uses & Benefits
Pluchea nogalensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating digestive ailments and as a food source for livestock.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Pluchea nogalensis is a yellow, daisy-like flower with a yellow center. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small, with thin, light green leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Pluchea nogalensis is a perennial plant native to South America. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun to partial shade. Propagation is usually done by division of the clumps in early spring or by seed. Seeds should be sown in autumn or spring in a cold frame.
Where to Find Pluchea nogalensis
Pluchea nogalensis is native to the Mediterranean region, including parts of Spain, Portugal, Italy, and North Africa.
Pluchea nogalensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Pluchea nogalensis?
Pluchea nogalensis
What is the common name of Pluchea nogalensis?
Nogales Pluchea
What is the habitat of Pluchea nogalensis?
It is found in dry grasslands, open woodlands, and scrublands
Species in the Pluchea genus
Pluchea bojeri, Pluchea lanuginosa, Pluchea arabica, Pluchea kelleri, Pluchea bequaertii, Pluchea succulenta, Pluchea littoralis, Pluchea nogalensis, Pluchea camphorata, Pluchea sagittalis, Pluchea mollis, Pluchea wallichiana, Pluchea grevei, Pluchea sordida, Pluchea yucatanensis, Pluchea linearifolia, Pluchea lycioides, Pluchea biformis, Pluchea dentex, Pluchea somaliensis, Pluchea fiebrigii, Pluchea aphanantha, Pluchea baccharis, Pluchea chapmanii, Pluchea obovata, Pluchea arguta, Pluchea salicifolia, Pluchea glutinosa, Pluchea dunlopii, Pluchea heterophylla, Pluchea laxiflora, Pluchea dioscoridis, Pluchea sarcophylla, Pluchea doniana, Pluchea zamalloae, Pluchea rubelliflora, Pluchea indica, Pluchea glutinosa, Pluchea lanceolata, Pluchea tomentosa, Pluchea microcephala, Pluchea dioscoridis, Pluchea longifolia, Pluchea chingoyo, Pluchea mexicana, Pluchea oblongifolia, Pluchea ferdinandi-muelleri, Pluchea polygonata, Pluchea fosbergii, Pluchea pteropoda,
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-113339: Based on the initial data import
Emilio Chiovenda (1871-1941): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Chiov.' in the authors string.