Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Brassicales
Species:
intricatissima
ID:
1321798

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Phil.) Al-Shehbaz

Source:
ipni

Year:
2012

Citation Micro:
Taxon 61: 948 (2012)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001334252

Common Names

  • Neuontobotrys intricatissima
  • Intricatissima Neuontobotrys
  • Intricatissima Neuontobotrys Herb

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Description

Neuontobotrys intricatissima (also called Intricate Neuontobotrys, among many other common names) is a perennial plant native to South Africa. It has a woody stem and grows to a height of up to 1 meter. It is found in grasslands and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Neuontobotrys intricatissima is used as a dye and as an ingredient in traditional Chinese medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Neuontobotrys intricatissima is a yellowish-green color, with four petals and a yellow center. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, thin, and have a light green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Neuontobotrys intricatissima can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy stems and planted in a well-draining potting mix. Both methods should be kept in a warm, sunny location.

Where to Find Neuontobotrys intricatissima

Neuontobotrys intricatissima is native to the Western Cape of South Africa. It can be found in the wild in the fynbos region, and is also widely cultivated.

Neuontobotrys intricatissima FAQ

What is the scientific name of Neuontobotrys intricatissima?

Neuontobotrys intricatissima

What type of plant is Neuontobotrys intricatissima?

It is a shrub

Where does Neuontobotrys intricatissima grow?

It is native to South America

Species in the Brassicaceae family

Abdra brachycarpa, Abdra aprica, Acuston perenne, Aethionema rhodopaeum, Aethionema alanyae, Aethionema arabicum, Aethionema armenum, Aethionema capitatum, Aethionema carlsbergii, Aethionema carneum, Aethionema cephalanthum, Aethionema cordatum, Aethionema coridifolium, Aethionema demirizii, Aethionema diastrophis, Aethionema dumanii, Aethionema edentulum, Aethionema eunomioides, Aethionema fimbriatum, Aethionema froedinii, Aethionema gileadense, Aethionema glaucinum, Aethionema grandiflorum, Aethionema heterocarpum, Aethionema heterophyllum, Aethionema huber-morathii, Aethionema karamanicum, Aethionema lepidioides, Aethionema levandowskyi, Aethionema lycium, Aethionema marashicum, Aethionema membranaceum, Aethionema munzurense, Aethionema orbiculatum, Aethionema papillosum, Aethionema retsina, Aethionema saxatile, Aethionema schistosum, Aethionema semnanensis, Aethionema speciosum, Aethionema spicatum, Aethionema stylosum, Aethionema subulatum, Aethionema syriacum, Aethionema thesiifolium, Aethionema thomasianum, Aethionema transhyrcanum, Aethionema turcicum, Aethionema umbellatum, Aethionema virgatum,

References

Rodolfo Amando Philippi (1808-1904): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Phil.' in the authors string.
Ihsan Ali Al-Shehbaz (b.1939): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Al-Shehbaz' in the authors string.