Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
scapanioides
ID:
252292

Status:
valid

Authors:
Lange

Source:
wcs

Year:
1869

Citation Micro:
Index Seminum (C, Hauniensi) 1868: 22 (1869)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000251624

Common Names

  • Nertera scapanioides
  • Scapania-like Nertera
  • Scapania Nertera

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Synonyms

  • Coprosma scapanioides (Lange) Heads [valid]

Description

Nertera scapanioides (also called alpine cushion plant, among many other common names) is a low-growing, evergreen perennial plant with small, round leaves. It is native to Australia, New Zealand, and New Caledonia and can be found in alpine and subalpine areas.

Uses & Benefits

Nertera scapanioides 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 scapanioides 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 scapanioides 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 scapanioides

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

Nertera scapanioides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Nertera scapanioides?

Nertera scapanioides

What is the common name of Nertera scapanioides?

Scapanioides Moss

What is the natural habitat of Nertera scapanioides?

Tropical and subtropical forests

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