Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
micrantha
ID:
1329914

Status:
valid

Authors:
Delprete

Source:
ipni

Year:
2015

Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 206: 123 (2015)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001342368

Common Names

  • Neobertiera micrantha
  • Micrantha Neobertiera
  • Neobertiera Micrantha

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Description

Neobertiera micrantha (also called Micrantha Neobertiera, among many other common names) is a small perennial plant, native to Guyana. It has small white flowers and grows in grassy meadows and rocky slopes.

Uses & Benefits

Neobertiera micrantha is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscaping. Its flowers are edible and can be used to make tea and other beverages.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Neobertiera micrantha is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small, thin, and have a white stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Neobertiera micrantha is a perennial herbaceous plant that can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers partial shade and well-drained soil. It is best planted in spring and can be grown in pots or containers.

Where to Find Neobertiera micrantha

Neobertiera micrantha is found in Peru.

Neobertiera micrantha FAQ

What is the scientific name of Neobertiera micrantha?

Neobertiera micrantha

What type of plant is Neobertiera micrantha?

Perennial herb

Where does Neobertiera micrantha grow?

Guyana

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

Piero G. Delprete (b.1958): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Delprete' in the authors string.