Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Pandanales
Genus:
Species:
meraensis
ID:
638823

Status:
valid

Authors:
Harling

Source:
wcs

Year:
1973

Citation Micro:
Opera Bot., B 1(216): 13 (1973)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000638155



Common Names

  • Asplundia meraensis
  • Meraensis Asplundia
  • Asplundia


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Description

Asplundia meraensis (also called Mera Asplundia, among many other common names) is a small evergreen shrub, growing up to 1.5 m tall. It is native to the Himalayas and grows in open forests and scrub at altitudes of 1500-3000 m. The leaves are ovate-lanceolate, 2-4 cm long, and the flowers are white, fragrant, and borne in clusters.

Uses & Benefits

Asplundia meraensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Asplundia meraensis are white or pink, with four petals and a long, curved pistil. The seeds are small, dark brown, and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small, with thin, light green stems and small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Asplundia meraensis is a shrub that can be propagated from cuttings or seeds. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frost. It should be pruned regularly to maintain its shape and encourage new growth.

Where to Find Asplundia meraensis

Asplundia meraensis is native to South America.

Asplundia meraensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Asplundia meraensis?

Asplundia meraensis

What is the common name of Asplundia meraensis?

Mera Asplundia

What is the natural habitat of Asplundia meraensis?

Tropical rainforests of Central and South America

Species in the Asplundia genus

Asplundia acuminata, Asplundia ahlneri, Asplundia alata, Asplundia antioquiae, Asplundia aulacostigma, Asplundia aurantiaca, Asplundia australis, Asplundia brachyphylla, Asplundia brachypus, Asplundia brasiliensis, Asplundia cabrerae, Asplundia caput-medusae, Asplundia cayapensis, Asplundia clementinae, Asplundia cupulifera, Asplundia cuspidata, Asplundia cymbispatha, Asplundia divergens, Asplundia domingensis, Asplundia dussii, Asplundia ecuadoriensis, Asplundia euryspatha, Asplundia ewanii, Asplundia fagerlindii, Asplundia fanshawei, Asplundia fendleri, Asplundia ferruginea, Asplundia flavovaginata, Asplundia gamotepala, Asplundia gardneri, Asplundia gigantea, Asplundia glandulosa, Asplundia glaucophylla, Asplundia gleasonii, Asplundia goebelii, Asplundia guianensis, Asplundia harlingiana, Asplundia helicotricha, Asplundia heteranthera, Asplundia hookeri, Asplundia humilis, Asplundia insignis, Asplundia isabellina, Asplundia krukoffii, Asplundia labela, Asplundia latifolia, Asplundia latifrons, Asplundia liebmannii, Asplundia lilacina, Asplundia longicrura,

Species in the Cyclanthaceae family

Asplundia acuminata, Asplundia ahlneri, Asplundia alata, Asplundia antioquiae, Asplundia aulacostigma, Asplundia aurantiaca, Asplundia australis, Asplundia brachyphylla, Asplundia brachypus, Asplundia brasiliensis, Asplundia cabrerae, Asplundia caput-medusae, Asplundia cayapensis, Asplundia clementinae, Asplundia cupulifera, Asplundia cuspidata, Asplundia cymbispatha, Asplundia divergens, Asplundia domingensis, Asplundia dussii, Asplundia ecuadoriensis, Asplundia euryspatha, Asplundia ewanii, Asplundia fagerlindii, Asplundia fanshawei, Asplundia fendleri, Asplundia ferruginea, Asplundia flavovaginata, Asplundia gamotepala, Asplundia gardneri, Asplundia gigantea, Asplundia glandulosa, Asplundia glaucophylla, Asplundia gleasonii, Asplundia goebelii, Asplundia guianensis, Asplundia harlingiana, Asplundia helicotricha, Asplundia heteranthera, Asplundia hookeri, Asplundia humilis, Asplundia insignis, Asplundia isabellina, Asplundia krukoffii, Asplundia labela, Asplundia latifolia, Asplundia latifrons, Asplundia liebmannii, Asplundia lilacina, Asplundia longicrura,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-275750: Based on the initial data import
Gunnar Harling (1920-2010): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Harling' in the authors string.