Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
subtilis
ID:
1320536

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Miq.) Govaerts ex Punekar & Lakshmin.

Source:
ipni

Year:
2011

Citation Micro:
Fl. Anshi Natl. Park : 255 (2011)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001332990

Common Names

  • Neanotis subtilis
  • Subtilis Neanotis
  • Neanotis

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Description

Neanotis subtilis (also called Subtile Neanotis, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South Africa. It grows in sunny, dry habitats, and has long, narrow leaves with a scaly texture.

Uses & Benefits

Neanotis subtilis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments such as fever, cold, cough, and headaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Neanotis subtilis has small white flowers with yellow anthers. Its seeds are small, brown and slightly flattened. Its seedlings are small, with long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Neanotis subtilis is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil and kept moist until germination. Division should be done in the spring or fall. The plant should be grown in full sun and in well-drained soil.

Where to Find Neanotis subtilis

Neanotis subtilis can be found in India.

Neanotis subtilis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Neanotis subtilis?

Neanotis subtilis

What is the family of Neanotis subtilis?

Asteraceae

What is the common name of Neanotis subtilis?

Subtle Neanotis

Species in the Rubiaceae family

Acranthera abbreviata, Acranthera anamallica, Acranthera athroophlebia, Acranthera atropella, Acranthera aurantiaca, Acranthera axilliflora, Acranthera bullata, Acranthera capitata, Acranthera ceylanica, Acranthera didymocarpa, Acranthera endertii, Acranthera frutescens, Acranthera grandiflora, Acranthera hallieri, Acranthera hirtostipula, Acranthera involucrata, Acranthera johannis-winkleri, Acranthera lanceolata, Acranthera longipes, Acranthera longipetiolata, Acranthera maculata, Acranthera megaphylla, Acranthera monantha, Acranthera nieuwenhuisii, Acranthera ophiorhizoides, Acranthera parviflora, Acranthera philippensis, Acranthera ruttenii, Acranthera salmonea, Acranthera siamensis, Acranthera siliquosa, Acranthera simalurensis, Acranthera sinensis, Acranthera strigosa, Acranthera tomentosa, Acranthera variegata, Acranthera velutinervia, Acranthera yatesii, Acranthera philippinensis, Acranthera burmanica, Acranthera virescens, Acranthera hoangii, Acranthera collina, Acrobotrys discolor, Acrosynanthus jamaicensis, Acrosynanthus latifolius, Acrosynanthus minor, Acrosynanthus ovatus, Acrosynanthus parvifolius, Acrosynanthus revolutus,

References

Friedrich Anton Wilhelm Miquel (1811-1871): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Miq.' in the authors string.
Rafaël Govaerts (b.1968): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Govaerts' in the authors string.
Sachin Anil Punekar (b.1977): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Punekar' in the authors string.
Pakshirajan Lakshminarasimhan (1959-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lakshmin.' in the authors string.