Status:
valid
Authors:
H.Rob.
Source:
gcc
Year:
2002
Citation Micro:
Novon 12(3): 389 (388; fig. 1A-D) (2002)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000065039
Common Names
- Tyson's Neocuatrecasia
- Tyson's Cuatrecasia
- Tyson's Fleabane
Description
Neocuatrecasia tysonii (also called Tyson's Neocuatrecasia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Asteraceae family. It is native to South America, and is found in grasslands, meadows, and other open habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Neocuatrecasia tysonii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating fever and stomachache.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Neocuatrecasia tysonii has small, white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small, brown, and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have a single, narrow leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Neocuatrecasia tysonii is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Mexico. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer and kept moist until germination. Division should be done in spring or early summer.
Where to Find Neocuatrecasia tysonii
Neocuatrecasia tysonii can be found in the high Andes of Peru and Bolivia.
Neocuatrecasia tysonii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Neocuatrecasia tysonii?
Neocuatrecasia tysonii
What is the common name of Neocuatrecasia tysonii?
Tyson's Neocuatrecasia
What type of plant is Neocuatrecasia tysonii?
Herb
Species in the Neocuatrecasia genus
Neocuatrecasia mancoana,
Neocuatrecasia weddellii,
Neocuatrecasia lobata,
Neocuatrecasia yungasensis,
Neocuatrecasia tysonii,
Neocuatrecasia hirtella,
Neocuatrecasia cuzcoensis,
Neocuatrecasia dispar,
Neocuatrecasia feuereri,
Neocuatrecasia sandiensis,
Neocuatrecasia thymifolia,
Neocuatrecasia sessilifolia,
Species in the Asteraceae family
Aaronsohnia pubescens,
Aaronsohnia factorovskyi,
Abrotanella filiformis,
Abrotanella rostrata,
Abrotanella linearis,
Abrotanella trilobata,
Abrotanella muscosa,
Abrotanella inconspicua,
Abrotanella trichoachaenia,
Abrotanella caespitosa,
Abrotanella nivigena,
Abrotanella pusilla,
Abrotanella linearifolia,
Abrotanella papuana,
Abrotanella rosulata,
Abrotanella emarginata,
Abrotanella fertilis,
Abrotanella spathulata,
Abrotanella purpurea,
Abrotanella patearoa,
Abrotanella submarginata,
Abrotanella diemii,
Abrotanella scapigera,
Abrotanella forsterioides,
Acamptopappus shockleyi,
Acamptopappus sphaerocephalus,
Acanthocephalus benthamianus,
Acanthocephalus amplexifolius,
Acanthocladium dockeri,
Acanthodesmos distichus,
Acanthodesmos gibarensis,
Acanthospermum humile,
Acanthospermum consobrinum,
Acanthospermum glabratum,
Acanthospermum microcarpum,
Acanthospermum hispidum,
Acanthospermum australe,
Acanthospermum lecocarpoides,
Acanthostyles buniifolius,
Acanthostyles saucechicoensis,
Achillea buiana,
Achillea conrathii,
Achillea cucullata,
Achillea styriaca,
Achillea clavennae,
Achillea cappadocica,
Achillea huber-morathii,
Achillea ptarmicoides,
Achillea sieheana,
Achillea barrelieri,