Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Genus:
Species:
choriophylla
ID:
382505

Status:
valid

Authors:
Standl.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1911

Citation Micro:
Contr. U.S. Natl. Herb. 13: 384 (1911)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000381837

Common Names

  • Neea Choriophylla
  • Choriophylla Neea
  • Neea

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Synonyms

  • Neea sphaerantha Standl. [unknown]

Description

Neea choriophylla (also called Choriophyll Neea, among many other common names) is a species of shrub in the family Nyctaginaceae. It is native to Central America and South America, and it grows in moist forests. It has an upright shape, with thin, reddish-brown branches and small, white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Neea choriophylla is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat fever, headache, and stomachache.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Neea choriophylla var. hirtella Lundell

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Neea choriophylla is small and white, with five petals. The seed is small and black, with a hard outer shell. The seedlings are small and green, with a single stem and two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Neea choriophylla is a shrub that can be propagated from cuttings. It should be planted in a well-draining soil and kept in a sunny spot. Water regularly and fertilize every few months. Prune to maintain shape and size.

Where to Find Neea choriophylla

Neea choriophylla is found in the Andes of Peru and Ecuador.

Neea choriophylla FAQ

What is the scientific name of Neea choriophylla?

Neea choriophylla

What is the natural habitat of Neea choriophylla?

Neea choriophylla is found in tropical and subtropical rainforests.

What is the average height of Neea choriophylla?

Neea choriophylla can grow up to 10 meters in height.

Species in the Neea genus

Neea clarkii, Neea davidsei, Neea huachamacarae, Neea grandis, Neea cedenensis, Neea floribunda, Neea guaiquinimae, Neea choriophylla, Neea brevipedunculata, Neea bracteosa, Neea acuminatissima, Neea bernardii, Neea anisophylla, Neea amplifolia, Neea amaruayensis, Neea sebastianii, Neea subglabrata, Neea robusta, Neea ignicola, Neea tristis, Neea stenophylla, Neea tepuiensis, Neea tenuis, Neea urophylla, Neea marahuacae, Neea mapourioides, Neea liesneri, Neea laetevirens, Neea parimensis, Neea psychotrioides, Neea pittieri, Neea neblinensis, Neea ovalifolia, Neea orosiana, Neea obovata, Neea obovoides, Neea altissima, Neea boliviana, Neea constricta, Neea dimorphophylla, Neea divaricata, Neea fagifolia, Neea macrophylla, Neea madeirana, Neea mapirensis, Neea mollis, Neea oppositifolia, Neea parviflora, Neea pendulina, Neea pubescens,

Species in the Nyctaginaceae family

Abronia alba, Abronia alpina, Abronia ameliae, Abronia ammophila, Abronia angustifolia, Abronia argillosa, Abronia bigelovii, Abronia bolackii, Abronia carnea, Abronia crux-maltae, Abronia elliptica, Abronia fragrans, Abronia gracilis, Abronia latifolia, Abronia macrocarpa, Abronia maritima, Abronia mellifera, Abronia micrantha, Abronia minor, Abronia nana, Abronia nealleyi, Abronia parviflora, Abronia pogonantha, Abronia turbinata, Abronia umbellata, Abronia villosa, Abronia insularis, Abronia neurophylla, Abronia platyphylla, Abronia variabilis, Acleisanthes acutifolia, Acleisanthes angustifolia, Acleisanthes anisophylla, Acleisanthes chenopodioides, Acleisanthes crassifolia, Acleisanthes diffusa, Acleisanthes lanceolata, Acleisanthes longiflora, Acleisanthes nana, Acleisanthes nevadensis, Acleisanthes obtusa, Acleisanthes palmeri, Acleisanthes parvifolia, Acleisanthes purpusiana, Acleisanthes somalensis, Acleisanthes undulata, Acleisanthes wrightii, Allionia choisyi, Allionia incarnata, Allionia viscida,

References