Nertera ciliata - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Kirk
Source:
wcs
Year:
1899
Citation Micro:
Stud. Fl. New Zealand : 247 (1899)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000251605
Common Names
- Nertera ciliata
- Ciliate Nertera
- Hairy Nertera
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- Coprosma patrickii Heads [valid]
Description
Nertera ciliata (also called 'Ciliata Palm', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Rubiaceae family. It is native to the humid forests of Central and South America. It is a small, slow-growing shrub with a single trunk and a crown of pinnate leaves. It is found in humid forests, often near streams and rivers.
Uses & Benefits
Nertera ciliata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Nertera ciliata has small, white, star-shaped flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have long, thin leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Nertera ciliata is an evergreen shrub that is native to tropical Asia. It is easy to grow in full sun or partial shade and prefers well-drained soil. It can be propagated from cuttings taken in spring or summer.
Where to Find Nertera ciliata
Nertera ciliata is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Australia and New Zealand.
Nertera ciliata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Nertera ciliata?
Nertera ciliata
What is the common name of Nertera ciliata?
Ciliata
What is the optimal growing environment for Nertera ciliata?
Nertera ciliata prefers partial shade and moist, well-drained soil.
Species in the Nertera genus
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-135223: Based on the initial data import
Thomas Kirk (1828-1898): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kirk' in the authors string.