Status:
valid
Authors:
A.C.Sm. & Ewan
Source:
cmp
Year:
1950
Citation Micro:
Contr. U.S. Natl. Herb. 29: 333 (1950)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000562220
Common Names
- Bejaria Nana
- Nana Bejaria
- Nana's Bejaria
Description
Bejaria nana (also called Dwarf Bejaria, among many other common names) is a small shrub native to the Caribbean, Central America, and South America. It has small, oval-shaped leaves and white flowers. It grows in dry forests, rocky hillsides, and coastal areas.
Uses & Benefits
Bejaria nana is a species of flowering plant in the family Rubiaceae. It is used as an ornamental plant and is known for its fragrant flowers. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat a variety of ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Bejaria nana is yellow and small, with a bell-shaped calyx and five petals. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.
Cultivation and Propagation
Bejaria nana can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and rooted in a well-drained soil mix. Once established, Bejaria nana should be watered regularly and fertilized every few months.
Where to Find Bejaria nana
Bejaria nana is native to the Caribbean, from Cuba to Trinidad and Tobago.
Bejaria nana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Bejaria nana?
Bejaria nana
What are the common names of Bejaria nana?
Dwarf Bejaria, Dwarf walnut
Where is Bejaria nana native to?
Mexico
Species in the Bejaria genus
Bejaria aestuans,
Bejaria cubensis,
Bejaria imthurnii,
Bejaria infundibula,
Bejaria ledifolia,
Bejaria mathewsii,
Bejaria nana,
Bejaria racemosa,
Bejaria resinosa,
Bejaria sprucei,
Bejaria steyermarkii,
Bejaria subsessilis,
Bejaria tachirensis,
Bejaria zamorae,
Species in the Ericaceae family