Status:
valid
Authors:
(Shimizu & S. Hatt.) Borovich. & Bakalin
Source:
rhakhis
Year:
2013
Citation Micro:
Botanica Pacifica. 2(1): 59. 2013
WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000017070
Common Names
- Clevea nana
- Dwarf Clevea
- Nano Clevea
Description
Clevea nana (also called Clevea, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to Africa. It has a short stem, and its leaves are lanceolate and arranged in a rosette. It grows in rocky and sandy soils.
Uses & Benefits
Clevea nana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used to make herbal tea, which is believed to have medicinal properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Clevea nana has white flowers with yellow anthers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Clevea nana is a perennial herb that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Sow the seeds in a well-drained soil in a sunny location. Water regularly and fertilize every two weeks. Cuttings can be taken in spring or fall.
Where to Find Clevea nana
Clevea nana is native to the Mediterranean region of Europe, North Africa, and the Middle East.
Clevea nana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Clevea nana?
Clevea nana
Where does Clevea nana grow?
Clevea nana is found in tropical and subtropical regions.
What type of plant is Clevea nana?
Clevea nana is a liverwort.
Species in the Clevea genus
Species in the Cleveaceae family
Athalamia pulcherrima,
Athalamia dioica,
Athalamia pinguis,
Clevea pusilla,
Clevea hyalina,
Clevea nana,
Clevea pedicellata,
Clevea spathysii,
Peltolepis quadrata,
Sauteria alpina,
Sauteria inflata,
Sauteria spongiosa,
Sauteria chilensis,
Sauteria crassipes,
Sauteria nyikaensis,
Aitchisoniella himalayensis,