Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
nyassana
ID:
1234622

Status:
valid

Authors:
S.Moore

Source:
tro

Year:
1894

Citation Micro:
J. Bot. 32: 133 (1894)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001233960



Common Names

  • Mellera nyassana
  • Nyassana Mellera
  • Nyassana Tree


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Description

Mellera nyassana (also called Nyassa Mellera, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to the western United States. It has small, white flowers and small, oval leaves. It grows in dry, open forests, chaparral, and along streams.

Uses & Benefits

Mellera nyassana is used as an ornamental plant and in traditional medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Mellera nyassana has white flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have long, thin stems and small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Mellera nyassana is an evergreen shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained soil mix. Cuttings should be taken in late summer or early fall and planted in a moist soil mix. The plant prefers partial shade and regular watering.

Where to Find Mellera nyassana

Mellera nyassana is native to the tropical forests of Africa.

Mellera nyassana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Mellera nyassana?

Mellera nyassana

What is the natural habitat of Mellera nyassana?

Tropical and subtropical forests in Africa

What are the common names of Mellera nyassana?

Nyasa boxwood and African box

Species in the Acanthaceae family

Acanthopale macrocarpa, Acanthopale confertiflora, Acanthopale decempedalis, Acanthopale laxiflora, Acanthopale madagascariensis, Acanthopale pubescens, Acanthopale aethiogermanica, Acanthopale breviceps, Acanthopale cuneifolia, Acanthopale ramiflora, Acanthopale perrieri, Acanthopale humblotii, Acanthopsis carduifolia, Acanthopsis disperma, Acanthopsis glauca, Acanthopsis hoffmannseggiana, Acanthopsis horrida, Acanthopsis scullyi, Acanthopsis spathularis, Acanthopsis disperma, Acanthopsis tuba, Acanthopsis ludoviciana, Acanthopsis adamanticola, Acanthopsis dispermoides, Acanthopsis erosa, Acanthopsis dregeana, Acanthopsis tetragona, Acanthopsis glandulopalmata, Acanthopsis insueta, Acanthopsis nitida, Acanthopsis pagodiformis, Acanthopsis glabra, Acanthopsis villosa, Acanthus austromontanus, Acanthus greuterianus, Acanthus kulalensis, Acanthus arboreus, Acanthus carduaceus, Acanthus caroli-alexandri, Acanthus caudatus, Acanthus dioscoridis, Acanthus ebracteatus, Acanthus eminens, Acanthus flexicaulis, Acanthus gaed, Acanthus guineensis, Acanthus hirsutus, Acanthus hungaricus, Acanthus ilicifolius, Acanthus latisepalus,

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