Nertera holmboei - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Christoph.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1944
Citation Micro:
New Phanerog. Tristan da Cunha : 13 (1944)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000251616
Common Names
- Nertera holmboei
- Holmboe's Nertera
- Holmboe Nertera
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- Coprosma holmboei (Christoph.) Heads [valid]
Description
Nertera holmboei (also called Holmboe's Nertera, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub native to New Zealand. It has a low-growing habit, with small, glossy leaves and small, white flowers. It is usually found in moist, shady areas, such as forests and woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Nertera holmboei is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is often used as a groundcover. It has a low-growing habit and can be used to create a dense mat of foliage, which can be used to suppress weeds. It is also used in rock gardens and as a border plant.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Nertera holmboei 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 holmboei 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 holmboei
Nertera holmboei is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Australia and New Zealand.
Nertera holmboei FAQ
What is the scientific name of Nertera holmboei?
Nertera holmboei
What type of plant is Nertera holmboei?
It is a small, evergreen, perennial herb
Where is Nertera holmboei found?
Nertera holmboei is found in Australia, New Zealand, and South America
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-135233: Based on the initial data import
Erling Christophersen (1898-1994): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Christoph.' in the authors string.