Status:
valid
Authors:
C.C.Berg
Source:
tro
Year:
1996
Citation Micro:
Novon 6: 240 (1996)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001233794
Common Names
- Stramineous Naucleopsis
- Naucleopsis straminea
- Naucleopsis
Description
Naucleopsis straminea (also called Stramineous Naucleopsis, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to Central and South America. It has small, white flowers and leathery leaves. It grows in dry, rocky areas and in open woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Naucleopsis straminea is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used to make herbal tea and as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Naucleopsis straminea is a small, yellow, bell-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, ovoid-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, with a single, oval-shaped leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Naucleopsis straminea is a hardy, evergreen shrub that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and will tolerate some drought. Propagation is by seed or cuttings.
Where to Find Naucleopsis straminea
Naucleopsis straminea is native to the tropical forests of Central and South America.
Naucleopsis straminea FAQ
What is the scientific name of Naucleopsis straminea?
Naucleopsis straminea
What is the common name of Naucleopsis straminea?
No common name
What is the natural habitat of Naucleopsis straminea?
It is found in tropical and subtropical regions of Central and South America
Species in the Naucleopsis genus
Naucleopsis oblongifolia,
Naucleopsis naga,
Naucleopsis imitans,
Naucleopsis ulei,
Naucleopsis chiguila,
Naucleopsis capirensis,
Naucleopsis francisci,
Naucleopsis guianensis,
Naucleopsis macrophylla,
Naucleopsis glabra,
Naucleopsis ternstroemiiflora,
Naucleopsis concinna,
Naucleopsis krukovii,
Naucleopsis pseudonaga,
Naucleopsis caloneura,
Naucleopsis humilis,
Naucleopsis herrerensis,
Naucleopsis straminea,
Naucleopsis velutina,
Naucleopsis riparia,
Naucleopsis insculptula,
Naucleopsis jamariensis,
Naucleopsis glabra,
Naucleopsis inaequalis,
Naucleopsis stipularis,
Species in the Moraceae family
Allaeanthus greveanus,
Allaeanthus kurzii,
Allaeanthus luzonicus,
Allaeanthus zeylanicus,
Antiaris toxicaria,
Antiaropsis decipiens,
Antiaropsis uniflora,
Artocarpus albobrunneus,
Artocarpus altilis,
Artocarpus altissimus,
Artocarpus anisophyllus,
Artocarpus annulatus,
Artocarpus avatifolius,
Artocarpus blancoi,
Artocarpus brevipedunculatus,
Artocarpus camansi,
Artocarpus chama,
Artocarpus corneri,
Artocarpus elasticus,
Artocarpus excelsus,
Artocarpus fulvicortex,
Artocarpus glaucus,
Artocarpus gomezianus,
Artocarpus gongshanensis,
Artocarpus heterophyllus,
Artocarpus hirsutus,
Artocarpus hispidus,
Artocarpus horridus,
Artocarpus hypargyreus,
Artocarpus integer,
Artocarpus jarrettiae,
Artocarpus kemando,
Artocarpus lacucha,
Artocarpus lanceifolius,
Artocarpus longifolius,
Artocarpus lowii,
Artocarpus mariannensis,
Artocarpus multifidus,
Artocarpus nanchuanensis,
Artocarpus nigrifolius,
Artocarpus nitidus,
Artocarpus nobilis,
Artocarpus obtusus,
Artocarpus odoratissimus,
Artocarpus palembanicus,
Artocarpus petelotii,
Artocarpus pinnatisectus,
Artocarpus pithecogallus,
Artocarpus primackii,
Artocarpus reticulatus,