Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
nodiflora
ID:
76055

Status:
valid

Authors:
Gaertn.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1791

Citation Micro:
De Fructibus et Seminibus Plantarum 1791

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000075384

Common Names

  • Nodding Sandmat
  • Nodding Sneddlea
  • Nodding Nailwort

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Synonyms

  • Ucacou nodiflorum Hitchc. [unknown]
  • Blainvillea latifolia latifolia [unknown]
  • Verbesina nodiflora L. [unknown]
  • Verbesina dichotoma Sieber ex Steud. [unknown]
  • Wedelia cryptocephala Peter [unknown]

Description

Synedrella nodiflora (also called 'nodding sandspurry', among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to Central and South America. It has long, slender stems and small, white flowers. It typically grows in moist, shady areas such as riverbanks and forest edges.

Uses & Benefits

Synedrella nodiflora is used in traditional medicine for treating fever, stomachache, and skin diseases. It is also used as a food source for livestock and as an ornamental plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Synedrella nodiflora has small, white flowers and small, dark brown seeds. The seedlings are small and have long, thin stems.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Synedrella nodiflora is a fast-growing, annual herb that is easy to cultivate and propagate. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer and lightly covered with soil. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and planted in a well-draining soil mix. It is best to water the cuttings regularly until they are established.

Where to Find Synedrella nodiflora

Synedrella nodiflora is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the world and can be found in moist, disturbed habitats.

Synedrella nodiflora FAQ

What is the scientific name of Synedrella nodiflora?

Synedrella nodiflora

What type of plant is Synedrella nodiflora?

Herbaceous annual

Where is Synedrella nodiflora native to?

Eastern North America

Species in the Synedrella 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-32071: Based on the initial data import
Joseph Gaertner (1732-1791): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gaertn.' in the authors string.