Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
antrorsa
ID:
1329973

Status:
valid

Authors:
Pruski

Source:
ipni

Year:
2015

Citation Micro:
Phytoneuron 2015-31: 6 (2015)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001342427



Common Names

  • Narvalina antrorsa
  • Antrorsa Narvalina
  • Narvalina


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Description

Narvalina antrorsa (also called Antrorsa Narvalina, Antrorsa Narvalina Plant, and Antrorsa Wax Plant, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub that grows to a height of 0.3-0.6 m. It has small, waxy leaves and white flowers. It is native to South America and is found in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Narvalina antrorsa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks due to its attractive foliage and flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Narvalina antrorsa is yellow in colour and has five petals. The seed is small and round with a dark brown colour. The seedlings are thin and green with small leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Narvalina antrorsa is a hardy, evergreen shrub that grows best in dry, well-drained soil in full sun to partial shade. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a dry, well-drained potting mix and kept at a temperature of 70-80°F (21-27°C). Cuttings should be taken in the spring or summer and rooted in a dry, well-drained potting mix.

Where to Find Narvalina antrorsa

Narvalina antrorsa is found in tropical and subtropical regions of Central and South America.

Narvalina antrorsa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Narvalina antrorsa?

Narvalina antrorsa

What type of plant is Narvalina antrorsa?

It is a shrub

Where is Narvalina antrorsa found?

It is found in Mexico

Species in the Narvalina genus

Species in the Asteraceae family

Aaronsohnia pubescens, Aaronsohnia factorovskyi, Abrotanella filiformis, Abrotanella rostrata, Abrotanella linearis, Abrotanella trilobata, Abrotanella muscosa, Abrotanella inconspicua, Abrotanella trichoachaenia, Abrotanella caespitosa, Abrotanella nivigena, Abrotanella pusilla, Abrotanella linearifolia, Abrotanella papuana, Abrotanella rosulata, Abrotanella emarginata, Abrotanella fertilis, Abrotanella spathulata, Abrotanella purpurea, Abrotanella patearoa, Abrotanella submarginata, Abrotanella diemii, Abrotanella scapigera, Abrotanella forsterioides, Acamptopappus shockleyi, Acamptopappus sphaerocephalus, Acanthocephalus benthamianus, Acanthocephalus amplexifolius, Acanthocladium dockeri, Acanthodesmos distichus, Acanthodesmos gibarensis, Acanthospermum humile, Acanthospermum consobrinum, Acanthospermum glabratum, Acanthospermum microcarpum, Acanthospermum hispidum, Acanthospermum australe, Acanthospermum lecocarpoides, Acanthostyles buniifolius, Acanthostyles saucechicoensis, Achillea buiana, Achillea conrathii, Achillea cucullata, Achillea styriaca, Achillea clavennae, Achillea cappadocica, Achillea huber-morathii, Achillea ptarmicoides, Achillea sieheana, Achillea barrelieri,

References

John Francis Pruski (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pruski' in the authors string.