Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
dichondrifolia
ID:
252278

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hook.f.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1852

Citation Micro:
Fl. Nov.-Zel. 1: 112 (1852)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000251610

Common Names

  • Nertera dichondrifolia
  • Dichondra-leaved Nertera
  • Dichondra Nertera

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Synonyms

  • Nertera gracilis Raoul [valid]
  • Coprosma dichondrifolia (A.Cunn.) Heads [valid]
  • Geophila dichondrifolia A.Cunn. [valid]

Description

Nertera dichondrifolia (also called 'Dichondrifolia 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 dichondrifolia 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 dichondrifolia 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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Cultivation and Propagation

Nertera dichondrifolia is a low-growing, evergreen perennial that is native to Australia, New Zealand, and New Caledonia. It forms a dense mat of foliage, with small, round, dark green leaves and small, white flowers in spring. It can be propagated by division or cuttings. It prefers moist, well-drained soil in partial shade and is drought and frost tolerant.

Where to Find Nertera dichondrifolia

Nertera dichondrifolia is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Australia and New Zealand.

Nertera dichondrifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Nertera dichondrifolia?

Nertera dichondrifolia

What type of plant is Nertera dichondrifolia?

It is a small, evergreen, perennial herb

Where is Nertera dichondrifolia found?

Nertera dichondrifolia is found in Australia, New Zealand, and South America

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