Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
nipensis
ID:
1330296

Status:
valid

Authors:
Salywon & Landrum

Source:
ipni

Year:
2014

Citation Micro:
Brittonia 66: 275 (2014)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001342750

Common Names

  • Mosiera nipensis
  • Nipensis Mosiera
  • Nipensis

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Description

Mosiera nipensis (also called Nip Mosiera, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub that is native to South America. It typically grows in wet montane forests at elevations of 2,000-3,000m. It has small, white flowers and long, narrow leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Mosiera nipensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, and its leaves are used in traditional medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Mosiera nipensis is white with a yellow center. The seed is small and round, and the seedlings are thin and long.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Mosiera nipensis is a small evergreen tree that is best grown in full sun to partial shade in well-drained soil. Propagate by seed or cuttings.

Where to Find Mosiera nipensis

Mosiera nipensis is native to Mexico. It can be found in dry grasslands and rocky slopes at elevations up to 2,000 m.

Mosiera nipensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Mosiera nipensis?

Mosiera nipensis

What is the common name of Mosiera nipensis?

Nipa Mosiera

Where is Mosiera nipensis found?

Mosiera nipensis is found in the tropical rainforests of Central and South America

Species in the Myrtaceae family

Acca lanuginosa, Acca macrostema, Accara elegans, Actinodium cunninghamii, Agonis baxteri, Agonis flexuosa, Agonis grandiflora, Agonis theiformis, Agonis undulata, Agonis hypericifolia, Algrizea macrochlamys, Algrizea minor, Allosyncarpia ternata, Aluta appressa, Aluta aspera, Aluta maisonneuvei, Aluta quadrata, Aluta teres, Amomyrtella irregularis, Amomyrtella guilii, Amomyrtus luma, Amomyrtus meli, Angophora bakeri, Angophora clelandi, Angophora costata, Angophora crassifolia, Angophora dichromophloia, Angophora euryphylla, Angophora exul, Angophora floribunda, Angophora hispida, Angophora inopina, Angophora leiocarpa, Angophora melanoxylon, Angophora paludosa, Angophora robur, Angophora subvelutina, Angophora woodsiana, Angophora clelandii, Anticoryne diosmoides, Anticoryne ovalifolia, Anticoryne melanosperma, Archirhodomyrtus baladensis, Archirhodomyrtus beckleri, Archirhodomyrtus paitensis, Archirhodomyrtus turbinata, Archirhodomyrtus vieillardii, Arillastrum gummiferum, Astartea aspera, Astartea corniculata,

References

Leslie R. Landrum (b.1946): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Landrum' in the authors string.
Andrew M. Salywon (b.1972): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Salywon' in the authors string.