Notopora schomburgkii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Hook.f.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1873
Citation Micro:
Hooker's Icon. Pl. 12: t. 1159 (1873)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000379327
Common Names
- Notopora schomburgkii
- Schomburgk's Notopora
- Notopora
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Notopora schomburgkii (also called Schomburgk's Notopora, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant that is native to the southeastern United States and northern Mexico. It grows in moist soils in open areas, such as meadows, roadsides, and disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Notopora schomburgkii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a source of food and medicine by the Aboriginal people of Australia.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Notopora schomburgkii has small, white flowers with yellow anthers. The seeds are small, dark brown and oblong. The seedlings are small and have a single, narrow leaf.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Notopora schomburgkii is a shrub that can be propagated through seeds or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated in spring or summer and should be planted in a sunny spot. The soil should be kept moist but not soggy. Fertilize the soil with a balanced fertilizer once a month during the growing season.
Where to Find Notopora schomburgkii
Notopora schomburgkii is native to the tropical and subtropical regions of South America, Central America, and the Caribbean.
Notopora schomburgkii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Notopora schomburgkii?
Notopora schomburgkii
What is the common name of Notopora schomburgkii?
Schomburgk's Notopora
Where is Notopora schomburgkii found?
Notopora schomburgkii is found in tropical Africa, Madagascar, and the Mascarene Islands.
Species in the Notopora genus
Species in the Ericaceae family
References
Joseph Dalton Hooker (1817-1911): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hook.f.' in the authors string.