Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Brassicales
Species:
nesliiforme
ID:
1251648

Status:
valid

Authors:
S.Schauer

Source:
tro

Year:
1847

Citation Micro:
Linnaea 20: 720 (1847)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001250986



Common Names

  • Sphaerocardamum nesliiforme
  • Nesliiforme Sphaerocardamum
  • Sphaerocardamum


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Description

Sphaerocardamum nesliiforme (also called 'Nesliiform Sphaerocardamum', among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub native to Mexico. It has small, oval leaves and small, white flowers. It is found in dry, rocky areas and is drought tolerant.

Uses & Benefits

Sphaerocardamum nesliiforme is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating fever, headaches, and stomach ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Sphaerocardamum nesliiforme has small, white flowers with yellow anthers. The seeds are small, black and shiny. The seedlings are small and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Sphaerocardamum nesliiforme is a slow-growing, evergreen shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun to partial shade and should be watered regularly. It can be grown in a well-draining potting mix with perlite or pumice added for extra drainage.

Where to Find Sphaerocardamum nesliiforme

Sphaerocardamum nesliiforme is native to South America and can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of Brazil, Paraguay, and Argentina.

Sphaerocardamum nesliiforme FAQ

What is the scientific name of Sphaerocardamum nesliiforme?

Sphaerocardamum nesliiforme

What is the common name of Sphaerocardamum nesliiforme?

Nesliiforme sphaerocardamum

What is the natural habitat of Sphaerocardamum nesliiforme?

Tropical rainforests in Central and South America

Species in the Brassicaceae family

Abdra brachycarpa, Abdra aprica, Acuston perenne, Aethionema rhodopaeum, Aethionema alanyae, Aethionema arabicum, Aethionema armenum, Aethionema capitatum, Aethionema carlsbergii, Aethionema carneum, Aethionema cephalanthum, Aethionema cordatum, Aethionema coridifolium, Aethionema demirizii, Aethionema diastrophis, Aethionema dumanii, Aethionema edentulum, Aethionema eunomioides, Aethionema fimbriatum, Aethionema froedinii, Aethionema gileadense, Aethionema glaucinum, Aethionema grandiflorum, Aethionema heterocarpum, Aethionema heterophyllum, Aethionema huber-morathii, Aethionema karamanicum, Aethionema lepidioides, Aethionema levandowskyi, Aethionema lycium, Aethionema marashicum, Aethionema membranaceum, Aethionema munzurense, Aethionema orbiculatum, Aethionema papillosum, Aethionema retsina, Aethionema saxatile, Aethionema schistosum, Aethionema semnanensis, Aethionema speciosum, Aethionema spicatum, Aethionema stylosum, Aethionema subulatum, Aethionema syriacum, Aethionema thesiifolium, Aethionema thomasianum, Aethionema transhyrcanum, Aethionema turcicum, Aethionema umbellatum, Aethionema virgatum,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record tro-50159158: Based on the initial data import
Sebastian Schauer: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.Schauer' in the authors string.