Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Laurales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
napoensis
ID:
1409256

Status:
valid

Authors:
(van der Werff) R.Rohde

Source:
wcvp

Year:
2017

Citation Micro:
Taxon 66(5): 1104. 2017 [24 Oct 2017]

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001421721

Common Names

  • Napoensis Aiouea
  • Aiouea Napoensis
  • Napoensis False Holly

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Description

Aiouea napoensis (also called Napo Aiouea, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to western North America. It has a basal rosette of leaves and a tall stem with a few small leaves. The flowers are white and have a long, curved lower lip. It grows in dry, open areas such as roadsides and fields.

Uses & Benefits

Aiouea napoensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, colds, and headaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Aiouea napoensis has white to pink flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Aiouea napoensis is a perennial shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It can be grown in containers or in the ground, and should be fertilized regularly.

Where to Find Aiouea napoensis

Aiouea napoensis is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the world, including Central and South America, Africa, and Southeast Asia.

Aiouea napoensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Aiouea napoensis?

Aiouea napoensis

What is the natural habitat of Aiouea napoensis?

It is native to South America.

What is the flowering season of Aiouea napoensis?

It flowers in late spring to early summer.

Species in the Aiouea genus

Aiouea acarodomatifera, Aiouea angulata, Aiouea benthamiana, Aiouea bracteata, Aiouea dubia, Aiouea grandifolia, Aiouea guianensis, Aiouea impressa, Aiouea laevis, Aiouea lehmannii, Aiouea longipetiolata, Aiouea macedoana, Aiouea maguireana, Aiouea myristicoides, Aiouea obscura, Aiouea opaca, Aiouea piauhyensis, Aiouea saligna, Aiouea tomentella, Aiouea trinervis, Aiouea pittieri, Aiouea salicifolia, Aiouea taubertiana, Aiouea padiformis, Aiouea palaciosii, Aiouea subsessilis, Aiouea tetragona, Aiouea tomentosa, Aiouea tonduzii, Aiouea haussknechtii, Aiouea glaziovii, Aiouea grisebachii, Aiouea lanigera, Aiouea longipes, Aiouea maya, Aiouea amoena, Aiouea montana, Aiouea amplexicaulis, Aiouea areolata, Aiouea pachypoda, Aiouea neurophylla, Aiouea heteranthera, Aiouea kruseana, Aiouea hatschbachii, Aiouea erythropus, Aiouea floccosa, Aiouea brenesii, Aiouea chiapensis, Aiouea cinnamomoidea, Aiouea effusa,

Species in the Lauraceae family

Actinodaphne acuminata, Actinodaphne albifrons, Actinodaphne amabilis, Actinodaphne ambigua, Actinodaphne archboldiana, Actinodaphne areolata, Actinodaphne bicolor, Actinodaphne borneensis, Actinodaphne bourdillonii, Actinodaphne bourneae, Actinodaphne brassii, Actinodaphne caesia, Actinodaphne campanulata, Actinodaphne candolleana, Actinodaphne celebica, Actinodaphne cinerea, Actinodaphne concinna, Actinodaphne concolor, Actinodaphne corymbosa, Actinodaphne crassa, Actinodaphne cupularis, Actinodaphne diversifolia, Actinodaphne dolichophylla, Actinodaphne elegans, Actinodaphne ellipticibacca, Actinodaphne engleriana, Actinodaphne ferruginea, Actinodaphne forrestii, Actinodaphne fragilis, Actinodaphne fuliginosa, Actinodaphne furfuracea, Actinodaphne glabra, Actinodaphne glauca, Actinodaphne glaucina, Actinodaphne glomerata, Actinodaphne gracilis, Actinodaphne henryi, Actinodaphne hirsuta, Actinodaphne hypoleucophylla, Actinodaphne javanica, Actinodaphne johorensis, Actinodaphne kinabaluensis, Actinodaphne koshepangii, Actinodaphne kostermansii, Actinodaphne kweichowensis, Actinodaphne lanata, Actinodaphne lanceolata, Actinodaphne latifolia, Actinodaphne lawsonii, Actinodaphne lecomtei,

References

Henk van der Werff (b.1946): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'van der Werff' in the authors string.
Randi Rohde: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.Rohde' in the authors string.