Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
coccineus
ID:
381972

Status:
valid

Authors:
Radlk.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1889

Citation Micro:
Sitzungsber. Math.-Phys. Cl. Königl. Bayer. Akad. Wiss. München 19: 217 (1889)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000381304

Common Names

  • Nothochilus coccineus
  • Scarlet Nothochilus
  • Coccineus Nothochilus

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Description

Nothochilus coccineus (also called Scarlet Nothochilus, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to South Africa. It is a low-growing plant with small, red flowers and long, narrow leaves. It grows in dry, sunny areas, such as grasslands, scrublands, and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Nothochilus coccineus is used as an herbal remedy to treat digestive issues, such as indigestion, nausea, and vomiting. It is also used to treat skin ailments, such as eczema and psoriasis.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Nothochilus coccineus is a small, white flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, dark brown, oblong-shaped seed. The seedlings are small and have a white stem and green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Nothochilus coccineus can be propagated by division of clumps in spring or early summer. Plant in moist, well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. Water regularly during the growing season, but do not overwater. Deadhead spent flowers to encourage further blooming.

Where to Find Nothochilus coccineus

Nothochilus coccineus is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the world and is commonly found in moist areas, such as wetlands, marshes, and swamps, as well as in disturbed areas, such as roadsides and ditches.

Nothochilus coccineus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Nothochilus coccineus?

Nothochilus coccineus

What type of plant is Nothochilus coccineus?

Perennial grass-like plant

What is the growth habit of Nothochilus coccineus?

Upright, clump-forming

Species in the Nothochilus genus

Species in the Orobanchaceae family

Aeginetia indica, Aeginetia mirabilis, Aeginetia mpomii, Aeginetia selebica, Aeginetia sessilis, Aeginetia sinensis, Aeginetia flava, Aeginetia acaulis, Agalinis angustifolia, Agalinis aphylla, Agalinis aspera, Agalinis auriculata, Agalinis bandeirensis, Agalinis bangii, Agalinis brachyphylla, Agalinis calycina, Agalinis chaparensis, Agalinis communis, Agalinis decemloba, Agalinis densiflora, Agalinis digitalis, Agalinis divaricata, Agalinis edwardsiana, Agalinis fasciculata, Agalinis fiebrigii, Agalinis filicaulis, Agalinis filifolia, Agalinis gattingeri, Agalinis genistifolia, Agalinis gypsophila, Agalinis heterophylla, Agalinis homalantha, Agalinis humilis, Agalinis itambensis, Agalinis kingsii, Agalinis lanceolata, Agalinis laxa, Agalinis linarioides, Agalinis linifolia, Agalinis maritima, Agalinis megalantha, Agalinis meyeniana, Agalinis nana, Agalinis navasotensis, Agalinis neoscotica, Agalinis obtusifolia, Agalinis oligophylla, Agalinis peduncularis, Agalinis pennellii, Agalinis plukenetii,

References

Ludwig Radlkofer (1829-1927): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Radlk.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:170359-2: Govaerts R (ed.). 2023. WCVP: World Checklist of Vascular Plants [Version 11]. Facilitated by the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. [WWW document] URL http://sftp.kew.org/pub/data-repositories/WCVP/ [accessed 20 April 2023].