Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Boraginales
Genus:
Species:
micrantha
ID:
380418

Status:
valid

Authors:
Boiss. & Reut.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1842

Citation Micro:
Diagn. Pl. Nov. Hisp. : 21 (1842)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000379750



Common Names

  • Nonea micrantha
  • Micrantha Nonea
  • Nonea


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Synonyms

  • Nonea bourgaei Coss. [unknown]

Description

Nonea micrantha (also called Small-flowered Nonea, among many other common names) is a species of plant in the Rubiaceae family. It is an evergreen shrub, growing up to 1m tall. It is native to tropical Africa, and is found in moist, lowland forests. It is also found in secondary forests and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Nonea micrantha is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, colds, and headaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: Small, white flowers with five petals. Seed: Small, black, and round. Seedlings: Oval-shaped leaves with a pointed tip.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Nonea micrantha is a perennial plant that is best propagated through division. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It is tolerant of a wide range of soil pH levels and can be grown in USDA Hardiness Zones 5-9.

Where to Find Nonea micrantha

Nonea micrantha is native to India, Sri Lanka, and the Philippines. It can be found in moist, shady areas, such as near streams and in wetland habitats.

Nonea micrantha FAQ

What is the scientific name of Nonea micrantha?

Nonea micrantha

What is the common name of Nonea micrantha?

Micrantha Nonea

What is the natural habitat of Nonea micrantha?

Dry grasslands and rocky slopes

Species in the Nonea genus

Species in the Boraginaceae family

Actinocarya acaulis, Actinocarya tibetica, Adelocaryum coelestinum, Adelocaryum flexuosum, Adelocaryum malabaricum, Adelocaryum nebulicola, Adelocaryum lambertianum, Aegonychon purpurocaeruleum, Aegonychon zollingeri, Aegonychon purpurea-coeruleum, Aegonychon calabricum, Aegonychon calabrum, Afrotysonia africana, Afrotysonia glochidiata, Afrotysonia pilosicaulis, Alkanna amana, Alkanna angustifolia, Alkanna areolata, Alkanna attilae, Alkanna aucheriana, Alkanna auranitica, Alkanna bracteosa, Alkanna caliensis, Alkanna cappadocica, Alkanna confusa, Alkanna corcyrensis, Alkanna cordifolia, Alkanna dumanii, Alkanna frigida, Alkanna froedinii, Alkanna galilaea, Alkanna graeca, Alkanna haussknechtii, Alkanna hellenica, Alkanna hirsutissima, Alkanna hispida, Alkanna incana, Alkanna intercedens, Alkanna jordanovii, Alkanna kotschyana, Alkanna leiocarpa, Alkanna leptophylla, Alkanna lutea, Alkanna macrophylla, Alkanna macrosiphon, Alkanna maleolens, Alkanna megacarpa, Alkanna methanaea, Alkanna milliana, Alkanna mughlae,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2380014: Based on the initial data import
Edmond Boissier (1810-1885): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Boiss.' in the authors string.
George François Reuter (1805-1872): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Reut.' in the authors string.