Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
microphylla
ID:
250560

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Sond.) T.M.Salter

Source:
wcs

Year:
1937

Citation Micro:
J. S. African Bot. 3: 113 (1937)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000249892

Common Names

  • Nenax Microphylla
  • Small-Leaved Nenax
  • Small-Leaved Nenax Grass

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Synonyms

  • Ambraria microphylla Sond. [valid]

Description

Nenax microphylla (also called Red Guava, among many other common names) is a small shrub or tree native to the tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas. It has a rounded crown and a single trunk, with dark green, leathery leaves and red flowers. It grows in a variety of habitats, from dry coastal forests to wetter tropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Nenax microphylla is a plant native to South America. It is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating a variety of ailments. It is also used as a dye plant and for making paper.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Nenax microphylla are small and white, with five petals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and slender, with long, thin leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Nenax microphylla can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained potting mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and rooted in a moist, well-draining potting mix. Both seedlings and cuttings should be grown in a warm, sunny location and fertilized regularly.

Where to Find Nenax microphylla

Nenax microphylla can be found in the tropical and subtropical regions of Africa.

Nenax microphylla FAQ

What is the scientific name of Nenax microphylla?

Nenax microphylla

What is the common name of Nenax microphylla?

Small-leaved Nenax

What is the native range of Nenax microphylla?

Australia

Species in the Rubiaceae family

Acranthera abbreviata, Acranthera anamallica, Acranthera athroophlebia, Acranthera atropella, Acranthera aurantiaca, Acranthera axilliflora, Acranthera bullata, Acranthera capitata, Acranthera ceylanica, Acranthera didymocarpa, Acranthera endertii, Acranthera frutescens, Acranthera grandiflora, Acranthera hallieri, Acranthera hirtostipula, Acranthera involucrata, Acranthera johannis-winkleri, Acranthera lanceolata, Acranthera longipes, Acranthera longipetiolata, Acranthera maculata, Acranthera megaphylla, Acranthera monantha, Acranthera nieuwenhuisii, Acranthera ophiorhizoides, Acranthera parviflora, Acranthera philippensis, Acranthera ruttenii, Acranthera salmonea, Acranthera siamensis, Acranthera siliquosa, Acranthera simalurensis, Acranthera sinensis, Acranthera strigosa, Acranthera tomentosa, Acranthera variegata, Acranthera velutinervia, Acranthera yatesii, Acranthera philippinensis, Acranthera burmanica, Acranthera virescens, Acranthera hoangii, Acranthera collina, Acrobotrys discolor, Acrosynanthus jamaicensis, Acrosynanthus latifolius, Acrosynanthus minor, Acrosynanthus ovatus, Acrosynanthus parvifolius, Acrosynanthus revolutus,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-133538: Based on the initial data import
Otto Wilhelm Sonder (1812-1881): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sond.' in the authors string.
Terence Macleave Salter (1883-1969): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'T.M.Salter' in the authors string.