Status:
valid
Authors:
(Douglas ex Lindl.) Straw
Source:
cmp
Year:
1966
Citation Micro:
Brittonia 18: 85 (1966)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000381306
Common Names
- Nothochelone nemorosa
- Nemorosa Nothochelone
- Nothochelone Nemorosa
Description
Nothochelone nemorosa (also called Wood Nothochelone, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to South Africa. It is a low-growing plant with small, white flowers and long, narrow leaves. It grows in dry, sunny areas, such as grasslands, scrublands, and open woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Nothochelone nemorosa 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 Nothochelone nemorosa 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.
Cultivation and Propagation
Nothochelone nemorosa 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 Nothochelone nemorosa
Nothochelone nemorosa can be found in the Mediterranean and parts of Africa, including Algeria, Morocco, Tunisia, Libya, Egypt, and Sudan.
Nothochelone nemorosa FAQ
What is the scientific name of Nothochelone nemorosa?
Nothochelone nemorosa
What type of plant is Nothochelone nemorosa?
Perennial forb
What is the growth habit of Nothochelone nemorosa?
Erect, branching
Species in the Nothochelone genus
Species in the Plantaginaceae family
Acanthorrhinum ramosissimum,
Adenosma annamense,
Adenosma bracteosum,
Adenosma camphoratum,
Adenosma cordifolium,
Adenosma debilis,
Adenosma elsholtzioides,
Adenosma glutinosum,
Adenosma hirsutum,
Adenosma indianum,
Adenosma inopinatum,
Adenosma javanicum,
Adenosma macrophyllum,
Adenosma malabaricum,
Adenosma microcephalum,
Adenosma muelleri,
Adenosma nelsonioides,
Adenosma papuana,
Adenosma punctata,
Adenosma retusilobum,
Adenosma subrepens,
Adenosma ternata,
Adenosma thorelii,
Agathelpis adunca,
Agathelpis brevifolia,
Agathelpis mucronata,
Albraunia foveopilosa,
Albraunia fugax,
Albraunia psilosperma,
Anamaria heterophylla,
Anarrhinum bellidifolium,
Anarrhinum corsicum,
Anarrhinum duriminium,
Anarrhinum forsskaolii,
Anarrhinum fruticosum,
Anarrhinum intermedium,
Anarrhinum laxiflorum,
Anarrhinum longipedicellatum,
Anarrhinum orientale,
Anarrhinum pedatum,
Anarrhinum forskaohlii,
Ancistrostylis harmandii,
Angelonia acuminatissima,
Angelonia alternifolia,
Angelonia angustifolia,
Angelonia arguta,
Angelonia biflora,
Angelonia bisaccata,
Angelonia blanchetii,
Angelonia campestris,
References
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:170358-2: 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].