Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Genus:
Species:
nana
ID:
750465

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rapini & Fontella

Source:
ksu

Year:
2011

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 66: 139 (2011)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000749798

Common Names

  • Marsdenia nana
  • Nana Marsdenia
  • Nana Marsden

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Description

Marsdenia nana (also called Dwarf Marsdenia, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to the Mediterranean region. It grows up to 1 m tall and has small, white flowers. It is found in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Marsdenia nana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is known for its showy flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Marsdenia nana has yellow flowers with white centers and a sweet fragrance. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are small and have white, green and yellow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Marsdenia nana is a small, evergreen shrub that is native to India. It is best grown in full sun to partial shade in well-drained, acidic soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. It can be propagated from cuttings taken in late spring or early summer.

Where to Find Marsdenia nana

Marsdenia nana is native to South America and can be found in tropical and subtropical forests.

Marsdenia nana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Marsdenia nana?

Marsdenia nana

What is the common name of Marsdenia nana?

Dwarf marsdenia

What is the natural habitat of Marsdenia nana?

Grasslands and open woodlands

Species in the Marsdenia genus

Marsdenia divisicola, Marsdenia egregia, Marsdenia ekmanii, Marsdenia elephantina, Marsdenia elliptica, Marsdenia cremea, Marsdenia cymulosa, Marsdenia cubensis, Marsdenia cyanescens, Marsdenia dognyensis, Marsdenia cynanchoides, Marsdenia destituta, Marsdenia dictyophylla, Marsdenia dischidioides, Marsdenia eriocarpa, Marsdenia eriocaulis, Marsdenia crinita, Marsdenia condensiflora, Marsdenia connivens, Marsdenia coronata, Marsdenia coulteri, Marsdenia bergii, Marsdenia balansae, Marsdenia beatricis, Marsdenia belensis, Marsdenia assimulata, Marsdenia bilobata, Marsdenia archboldiana, Marsdenia angolensis, Marsdenia angustata, Marsdenia araujacea, Marsdenia arfakensis, Marsdenia argentata, Marsdenia argillicola, Marsdenia bourgeana, Marsdenia arachnoidea, Marsdenia carnosa, Marsdenia carrii, Marsdenia bliriensis, Marsdenia carvalhoi, Marsdenia calcicola, Marsdenia celebica, Marsdenia brassii, Marsdenia brevis, Marsdenia brunnea, Marsdenia lloydii, Marsdenia liisae, Marsdenia linearis, Marsdenia lucida, Marsdenia laxiflora,

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,

References

Jorge Fontella (b.1936): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Fontella' in the authors string.
Alessandro Rapini (b.1965): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rapini' in the authors string.