Status:
valid
Authors:
(Britton & Rendle) Kupicha
Source:
cmp
Year:
1984
Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 38: 650 (1984)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000552320
Common Names
- Aspidoglossum Nyasae
- Nyasae Aspidoglossum
- Aspidoglossum Africanum
Synonyms
- Schizoglossum multifolium N.E.Br. [unknown]
- Schizoglossum leptoglossum Weim. [unknown]
- Schizoglossum nyasae Britton & Rendle [unknown]
Description
Aspidoglossum nyasae (also called Nyasa aspidoglossum, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant native to Central and South America. It has an erect stem and grows up to 20 cm in height. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests.
Uses & Benefits
Aspidoglossum nyasae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. Its leaves are used to make mats and baskets. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat fever, skin diseases, and snake bites.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Aspidoglossum nyasae is small, white and bell-shaped. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have narrow, pointed leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Aspidoglossum nyasae can be propagated by division or by seed. The plant prefers a well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. Water the plant regularly during the growing season and fertilize it every two weeks with a balanced fertilizer.
Where to Find Aspidoglossum nyasae
Aspidoglossum nyasae can be found in India, Sri Lanka, and Nepal.
Aspidoglossum nyasae FAQ
What is the scientific name of Aspidoglossum nyasae?
Aspidoglossum nyasae
What are the common names of Aspidoglossum nyasae?
Nyasae Aspidoglossum
What is the native range of Aspidoglossum nyasae?
South America
Species in the Aspidoglossum genus
Aspidoglossum angustissimum,
Aspidoglossum araneiferum,
Aspidoglossum biflorum,
Aspidoglossum breve,
Aspidoglossum carinatum,
Aspidoglossum connatum,
Aspidoglossum crebrum,
Aspidoglossum delagoense,
Aspidoglossum demissum,
Aspidoglossum difficile,
Aspidoglossum dissimile,
Aspidoglossum elliotii,
Aspidoglossum erubescens,
Aspidoglossum eylesii,
Aspidoglossum fasciculare,
Aspidoglossum flanaganii,
Aspidoglossum glabellum,
Aspidoglossum glabrescens,
Aspidoglossum glanduliferum,
Aspidoglossum gracile,
Aspidoglossum grandiflorum,
Aspidoglossum heterophyllum,
Aspidoglossum hirundo,
Aspidoglossum interruptum,
Aspidoglossum lamellatum,
Aspidoglossum lanatum,
Aspidoglossum masaicum,
Aspidoglossum nyasae,
Aspidoglossum ovalifolium,
Aspidoglossum restioides,
Aspidoglossum rhodesicum,
Aspidoglossum uncinatum,
Aspidoglossum validum,
Aspidoglossum virgatum,
Aspidoglossum woodii,
Aspidoglossum xanthosphaerum,
Aspidoglossum albocoronatum,
Species in the Apocynaceae family
Acokanthera laevigata,
Acokanthera oblongifolia,
Acokanthera oppositifolia,
Acokanthera rotundata,
Acokanthera schimperi,
Adenium boehmianum,
Adenium multiflorum,
Adenium obesum,
Adenium oleifolium,
Adenium swazicum,
Adenium dhofarense,
Aganosma breviloba,
Aganosma cymosa,
Aganosma gracilis,
Aganosma lacei,
Aganosma petelotii,
Aganosma schlechteriana,
Aganosma siamensis,
Aganosma wallichii,
Aganosma heynei,
Alafia alba,
Alafia barteri,
Alafia benthamii,
Alafia berrieri,
Alafia calophylla,
Alafia caudata,
Alafia erythrophthalma,
Alafia falcata,
Alafia fuscata,
Alafia insularis,
Alafia intermedia,
Alafia landolphioides,
Alafia lucida,
Alafia microstylis,
Alafia multiflora,
Alafia nigrescens,
Alafia orientalis,
Alafia parciflora,
Alafia pauciflora,
Alafia perrieri,
Alafia schumannii,
Alafia thouarsii,
Alafia vallium,
Alafia verschuereni,
Alafia whytei,
Alafia zambesiaca,
Allamanda calcicola,
Allamanda angustifolia,
Allamanda blanchetii,
Allamanda cathartica,