Status:
valid
Authors:
(Burr.) Mattos
Source:
wcs
Year:
1981
Citation Micro:
Loefgrenia 76: 2 (1981)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000250193
Common Names
- Neomitranthes amblimitra
- Amblimitra Moss
- Amblimitra Mitranthes Moss
Description
Neomitranthes amblimitra (also called Mitranthes amblimitra, among many other common names) is a species of plant in the Gesneriaceae family. It is a small, herbaceous, perennial plant with a creeping rhizome. It is native to Brazil and is found in open, rocky areas in the Atlantic forest biome.
Uses & Benefits
Neomitranthes amblimitra is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used for its medicinal properties to treat various ailments such as fever, skin diseases, and digestive problems.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Neomitranthes amblimitra is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. Its seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and thin with long, narrow leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Neomitranthes amblimitra is a tropical plant native to South East Asia. It can be propagated by seed or stem cuttings. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. Water regularly and fertilize every two weeks during the growing season.
Where to Find Neomitranthes amblimitra
Neomitranthes amblimitra is native to the tropical rainforests of South America, particularly in Brazil, Colombia, and Peru.
Neomitranthes amblimitra FAQ
What is the scientific name of Neomitranthes amblimitra?
Neomitranthes amblimitra
What is the family of Neomitranthes amblimitra?
Asteraceae
What is the common name of Neomitranthes amblimitra?
Amblimitra Daisy
Species in the Neomitranthes genus
Neomitranthes amblimitra,
Neomitranthes capivariensis,
Neomitranthes cordifolia,
Neomitranthes gemballae,
Neomitranthes glomerata,
Neomitranthes gracilis,
Neomitranthes obscura,
Neomitranthes pedicellata,
Neomitranthes warmingiana,
Neomitranthes obtusa,
Neomitranthes pereireana,
Neomitranthes regeliana,
Neomitranthes stictophylla,
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,