Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Species:
martianus
ID:
312078

Status:
valid

Authors:
Miers

Source:
wcs

Year:
1878

Citation Micro:
Apocyn. S. Amer. : 110 (1878)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000311410



Common Names

  • Martianus Skytanthus
  • Martian Skytanthus
  • Martian Waxflower


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Synonyms

  • Neriandra martiana Müll.Arg. [unknown]
  • Habsburgia comans Mart. [unknown]

Description

Skytanthus martianus (also called False Nettle, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Americas. It has a creeping habit and grows to a height of about 30 cm. It prefers moist and shady habitats, such as woodlands and meadows.

Uses & Benefits

Skytanthus martianus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used in traditional medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Skytanthus martianus is white and bell-shaped. The seed is small, black, and round. The seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Skytanthus martianus is a small shrub that can be grown in full sun to partial shade. It prefers well-drained soil and can be propagated from cuttings or by seed. It is tolerant of drought and can be grown in containers.

Where to Find Skytanthus martianus

Skytanthus martianus can be found in the tropical and subtropical regions of South America, including Brazil, Colombia, and Peru.

Skytanthus martianus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Skytanthus martianus?

Skytanthus martianus

What is the common name of Skytanthus martianus?

Martian Skytanthus

What is the natural habitat of Skytanthus martianus?

Tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests

Species in the Apocynaceae family

Acokanthera laevigata, Acokanthera oblongifolia, Acokanthera oppositifolia, Acokanthera rotundata, Acokanthera schimperi, Adenium boehmianum, Adenium multiflorum, Adenium obesum, Adenium oleifolium, Adenium swazicum, Adenium dhofarense, Aganosma breviloba, Aganosma cymosa, Aganosma gracilis, Aganosma lacei, Aganosma petelotii, Aganosma schlechteriana, Aganosma siamensis, Aganosma wallichii, Aganosma heynei, Alafia alba, Alafia barteri, Alafia benthamii, Alafia berrieri, Alafia calophylla, Alafia caudata, Alafia erythrophthalma, Alafia falcata, Alafia fuscata, Alafia insularis, Alafia intermedia, Alafia landolphioides, Alafia lucida, Alafia microstylis, Alafia multiflora, Alafia nigrescens, Alafia orientalis, Alafia parciflora, Alafia pauciflora, Alafia perrieri, Alafia schumannii, Alafia thouarsii, Alafia vallium, Alafia verschuereni, Alafia whytei, Alafia zambesiaca, Allamanda calcicola, Allamanda angustifolia, Allamanda blanchetii, Allamanda cathartica,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-192574: Based on the initial data import
John Miers (1789-1879): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Miers' in the authors string.