Nesocodon mauritianus - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
mauritianus
ID:
817590
Status:
valid
Authors:
(I.Richardson) Thulin
Source:
wcs
Year:
1980
Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 34: 813 (1980)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000816924
Common Names
- Nesocodon Mauritianus
- Mauritianus Nesocodon
- Mauritianus Nesocodon Plant
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Nesocodon mauritianus (also called Nesocodon, among many other common names) is a small shrub or tree that grows up to 5 meters in height. It is native to tropical regions of Mauritius, and is found in wet forests and along riverbanks. Its leaves are small and oval-shaped, and its flowers are white and fragrant.
Uses & Benefits
Nesocodon mauritianus has been used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments such as fever, headache, and skin diseases.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Nesocodon mauritianus is yellow and bell-shaped. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are thin and delicate.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Nesocodon mauritianus is a tropical plant that is best grown in a warm, humid environment. It prefers full sun and well-draining soil. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a warm, humid environment and kept moist until germination occurs. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and planted in a moist, well-draining medium.
Where to Find Nesocodon mauritianus
Nesocodon mauritianus is native to Mauritius.
Nesocodon mauritianus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Nesocodon mauritianus?
Nesocodon mauritianus
What type of plant is Nesocodon mauritianus?
It is a shrub
Where does Nesocodon mauritianus grow?
It is native to Mauritius
Species in the Nesocodon genus
Species in the Campanulaceae family
Adenophora amurica, Adenophora brevidiscifera, Adenophora capillaris, Adenophora changaica, Adenophora coelestis, Adenophora contracta, Adenophora cordifolia, Adenophora divaricata, Adenophora elata, Adenophora fusifolia, Adenophora gmelinii, Adenophora golubinzevaeana, Adenophora grandiflora, Adenophora hatsushimae, Adenophora himalayana, Adenophora hubeiensis, Adenophora izuensis, Adenophora jacutica, Adenophora jasionifolia, Adenophora khasiana, Adenophora lamarkii, Adenophora liliifolia, Adenophora liliifolioides, Adenophora lobophylla, Adenophora longipedicellata, Adenophora maximowicziana, Adenophora micrantha, Adenophora morrisonensis, Adenophora nikoensis, Adenophora ningxianica, Adenophora palustris, Adenophora pereskiifolia, Adenophora petiolata, Adenophora pinifolia, Adenophora polyantha, Adenophora potaninii, Adenophora probatovae, Adenophora remotidens, Adenophora remotiflora, Adenophora rupestris, Adenophora rupincola, Adenophora sinensis, Adenophora stenanthina, Adenophora stenophylla, Adenophora stricta, Adenophora sublata, Adenophora takedai, Adenophora tashiroi, Adenophora taurica, Adenophora trachelioides,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-354795: Based on the initial data import
Mats Thulin (b.1948): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Thulin' in the authors string.
Ian Bertram Kay Richardson (b.1940): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'I.Richardson' in the authors string.