Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Genus:
Species:
nemoralis
ID:
1275459

Status:
valid

Authors:
(J.R.Forst. & G.Forst.) A.DC.

Source:
tro

Year:
1834

Citation Micro:
Trans. Linn. Soc. London 17: 134 (1834)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001274797

Common Names

  • Mesa Bush
  • Mesa
  • Nemoralis Bush

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Description

Maesa nemoralis (also called Maesa, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree in the family Maesaceae. It is native to tropical Asia and is found in moist, shady habitats. It has small, green leaves and small, white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Maesa nemoralis is an ornamental plant that is used in gardens and flower beds. It has a long blooming period and can be used to add color and texture to the landscape. It is also known to attract pollinators and beneficial insects.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Maesa nemoralis has small, white, star-shaped flowers with yellow centers and small, round, black seeds. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Maesa nemoralis is a perennial plant that is best grown in moist, well-drained soil in partial shade. Propagation is done by seed or division in spring or early summer.

Where to Find Maesa nemoralis

Maesa nemoralis is native to India, Nepal, Bhutan, and Myanmar. It is found in moist forests, grasslands, and along streams.

Maesa nemoralis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Maesa nemoralis?

Maesa nemoralis

What is the common name of Maesa nemoralis?

Woodland Maesa

What is the natural habitat of Maesa nemoralis?

It is native to tropical Asia and is found in moist, shady areas

Species in the Maesa genus

Maesa fruticosa, Maesa forbesii, Maesa ferruginea, Maesa eramangensis, Maesa glomerata, Maesa efatensis, Maesa edulis, Maesa gaudichaudii, Maesa grandifolia, Maesa grandiflora, Maesa samoana, Maesa spectabilis, Maesa serpentino-picta, Maesa robinsonii, Maesa sarasinii, Maesa ruficaulis, Maesa rubiginosa, Maesa sayersii, Maesa truncata, Maesa tongensis, Maesa tomentella, Maesa tenuifolia, Maesa striata, Maesa tabacifolia, Maesa subdendata, Maesa rheophytica, Maesa tetrandra, Maesa pipericarpa, Maesa pickeringii, Maesa persicifolia, Maesa pentecostes, Maesa parviflora, Maesa papuana, Maesa paniculata, Maesa palauensis, Maesa reinwardtii, Maesa regia, Maesa reflexa, Maesa pisocarpa, Maesa purpureohirsuta, Maesa platyphylla, Maesa pulchella, Maesa pubescens, Maesa protracta, Maesa procumbens, Maesa procera, Maesa populifolia, Maesa warburgii, Maesa ziroensis, Maesa welwitschii,

Species in the Primulaceae family

Aegiceras corniculatum, Aegiceras floridum, Amblyanthopsis bhotanica, Amblyanthopsis membranacea, Amblyanthopsis philippinensis, Amblyanthus glandulosus, Amblyanthus multiflorus, Amblyanthus obovatus, Amblyanthus praetervisus, Androsace beringensis, Androsace idahoensis, Androsace adenocephala, Androsace adfinis, Androsace aflatunensis, Androsace aizoon, Androsace akbajtalensis, Androsace alaica, Androsace alaschanica, Androsace alaskana, Androsace albana, Androsace alchemilloides, Androsace alpina, Androsace americana, Androsace apus, Androsace aretioides, Androsace aretioides, Androsace argentea, Androsace armeniaca, Androsace axillaris, Androsace baltistanica, Androsace bidentata, Androsace bisulca, Androsace brachystegia, Androsace brahmaputrae, Androsace brevis, Androsace bryomorpha, Androsace bulleyana, Androsace bungeana, Androsace caduca, Androsace caespitosa, Androsace cernuiflora, Androsace chaixii, Androsace chamaejasme, Androsace ciliata, Androsace ciliifolia, Androsace constancei, Androsace coronata, Androsace cortusifolia, Androsace croftii, Androsace cuscutiformis,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record tro-50275684: Based on the initial data import
Alphonse Pyramus de Candolle (1806-1893): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.DC.' in the authors string.
Georg Forster (1754-1794): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.Forst.' in the authors string.
Johann Reinhold Forster (1729-1798): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.R.Forst.' in the authors string.