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
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.
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 Mosiera genus
Mosiera acunae,
Mosiera araneosa,
Mosiera bullata,
Mosiera cabanasensis,
Mosiera calycolpoides,
Mosiera contrerasii,
Mosiera crenulata,
Mosiera del-riscoi,
Mosiera ehrenbergii,
Mosiera ekmanii,
Mosiera elliptica,
Mosiera havanensis,
Mosiera longipes,
Mosiera miraflorensis,
Mosiera moaensis,
Mosiera munizii,
Mosiera nummularioides,
Mosiera oonophylla,
Mosiera tiburona,
Mosiera tussacii,
Mosiera urbaniana,
Mosiera wrightii,
Mosiera gracilipes,
Mosiera xerophytica,
Mosiera cuspidata,
Mosiera androsiana,
Mosiera baracoensis,
Mosiera bissei,
Mosiera macrophylla,
Mosiera occidentalis,
Mosiera yamaniguensis,
Mosiera moana,
Mosiera nipensis,
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,