Status:
valid
Authors:
(Phil.) Al-Shehbaz
Source:
cmp
Year:
2006
Citation Micro:
Darwiniana 44: 352 (2006)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000509844
Common Names
- Neuontobotrys tarapacanus
- Tarapacanus' Neuontobotrys
- Neuontobotrys
Synonyms
- Neuontobotrys deserticola (Phil.) Al-Shehbaz [unknown]
- Sisymbrium tarapacanum Phil. [unknown]
- Sisymbrium amplexicaule Phil. [unknown]
- Sisymbrium foliosum Phil. [unknown]
- Arabis tarapacana Phil. [unknown]
- Cardamine deserticola Phil. [unknown]
- Sisymbrium philippianum I.M.Johnst. [unknown]
- Sisymbrium intricatissimum brachycarpum O.E.Schulz in Werderm. [unknown]
- Sisymbrium intricatissimum berningeri O.E.Schulz [unknown]
Description
Neuontobotrys tarapacanus (also called Neuontobotrys tarapacanus, among many other common names) is a small tree or shrub with a single trunk, growing up to 5 m in height. It is native to the tropical forests of South America, and is found in the Amazon basin and the Guianas. It prefers moist, shady habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Neuontobotrys tarapacanus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Neuontobotrys tarapacanus has small, white flowers with yellow stamens. Its seeds are small and black. Its seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Neuontobotrys tarapacanus is a tropical evergreen shrub native to South America. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and rooted in a moist soil mix. Both methods require warm temperatures and bright, indirect light.
Where to Find Neuontobotrys tarapacanus
Neuontobotrys tarapacanus is native to Chile and Peru. It can be found in montane and submontane forests.
Neuontobotrys tarapacanus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Neuontobotrys tarapacanus?
Neuontobotrys tarapacanus
What is the family of Neuontobotrys tarapacanus?
Asteraceae
What is the common name of Neuontobotrys tarapacanus?
Tarapaca Neuontobotrys
Species in the Neuontobotrys genus
Neuontobotrys linearifolius,
Neuontobotrys polyphyllus,
Neuontobotrys tarapacanus,
Neuontobotrys berningeri,
Neuontobotrys linifolius,
Neuontobotrys robusta,
Neuontobotrys elloanensis,
Neuontobotrys choiquensis,
Neuontobotrys frutescens,
Neuontobotrys lanatus,
Neuontobotrys mendocina,
Neuontobotrys intricatissima,
Neuontobotrys schulzii,
Neuontobotrys camanaensis,
Neuontobotrys amplexicaulis,
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,