Status:
valid
Authors:
(Mattos) Mattos
Source:
wcs
Year:
1981
Citation Micro:
Loefgrenia 76: 2 (1981)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000250195
Common Names
- Neomitranthes capivariensis
- Capivariensis Moss
- Capivariensis Mitranthes Moss
Description
Neomitranthes capivariensis (also called Mitranthes capivariensis, 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 capivariensis 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 capivariensis 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 capivariensis is a species of plant in the family Gesneriaceae. It is native to Brazil. It is an evergreen shrub that grows to a height of 2 m. It can be propagated from cuttings or by division. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil.
Where to Find Neomitranthes capivariensis
Neomitranthes capivariensis is native to the tropical rainforests of South America, particularly in Brazil, Colombia, and Peru.
Neomitranthes capivariensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Neomitranthes capivariensis?
Neomitranthes capivariensis
What is the family of Neomitranthes capivariensis?
Asteraceae
What is the common name of Neomitranthes capivariensis?
Capivari 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,