Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
villosa
ID:
252297

Status:
valid

Authors:
B.H.Macmill. & R.Mason

Source:
wcs

Year:
1996

Citation Micro:
New Zealand J. Bot. 33: 435 (1995 publ. 1996)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000251629

Common Names

  • Nertera villosa
  • Vilose Nertera
  • Vilose-leaf Nertera

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Synonyms

  • Coprosma villosa (B.H.Macmill. & R.Mason) Heads [valid]

Description

Nertera villosa (also called hairy-leaved 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 rocky areas, open woodlands, and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Nertera villosa 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 villosa 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 villosa 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 villosa

Nertera villosa is native to Australia and can be found in open grassland and woodland.

Nertera villosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Nertera villosa?

Nertera villosa

What is the common name of Nertera villosa?

Hairy Moss

What is the natural habitat of Nertera villosa?

Tropical and subtropical forests

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-135245: Based on the initial data import
Bryony Hope Macmillan (b.1933): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.H.Macmill.' in the authors string.
Ruth Mason (1913-1990): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.Mason' in the authors string.