Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Genus:
Species:
nervosa
ID:
639946

Status:
valid

Authors:
Cham. & Schltdl.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1826

Citation Micro:
Linnaea 1: 197 (1826)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000639278



Common Names

  • Deianira nervosa
  • Nervosa Deianira
  • Deianira Nervosa


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Description

Deianira nervosa (also called Nerve-Leaved False-Lily, among many other common names) is an evergreen, herbaceous perennial native to Bolivia and Paraguay. It has lance-shaped leaves with prominent veins and produces white flowers with yellow centers. It is found in dry, open forests and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Deianira nervosa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, headaches, and stomachaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Deianira nervosa are small, white, and bell-shaped. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Deianira nervosa is an evergreen shrub that can reach up to 3 m in height. It is best grown in full sun or partial shade in a well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by cuttings, but it can also be propagated from seed. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and planted in a well-drained, sandy soil. Seeds should be sown in spring in a warm, sunny location.

Where to Find Deianira nervosa

Deianira nervosa is native to tropical rainforests in Southeast Asia, including Malaysia, Thailand, and Indonesia.

Deianira nervosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Deianira nervosa?

Deianira nervosa

What is the common name of Deianira nervosa?

Nerve Pineapple Lily

What is the natural habitat of Deianira nervosa?

Grasslands and open woodlands

Species in the Gentianaceae family

Adenolisianthus arboreus, Anthocleista amplexicaulis, Anthocleista djalonensis, Anthocleista grandiflora, Anthocleista inermis, Anthocleista laxiflora, Anthocleista liebrechtsiana, Anthocleista longifolia, Anthocleista madagascariensis, Anthocleista microphylla, Anthocleista nobilis, Anthocleista obanensis, Anthocleista procera, Anthocleista scandens, Anthocleista schweinfurthii, Anthocleista vogelii, Anthocleista potalioides, Aripuana cullmaniorum, Bartonia paniculata, Bartonia verna, Bartonia virginica, Bisgoeppertia robustior, Bisgoeppertia gracilis, Bisgoeppertia scandens, Blackstonia acuminata, Blackstonia grandiflora, Blackstonia imperfoliata, Blackstonia perfoliata, Calolisianthus amplissimus, Calolisianthus pedunculatus, Canscora alata, Canscora andrographioides, Canscora concanensis, Canscora diffusa, Canscora heteroclita, Canscora macrocalyx, Canscora pauciflora, Canscora perfoliata, Canscora roxburghii, Canscora schultesii, Canscora stricta, Canscora bidoupensis, Canscora bhatiana, Canscora shrirangiana, Canscora ciathula, Canscora tetraptera, Celiantha bella, Celiantha chimantensis, Celiantha imthurniana, Centaurium ameghinoi,

References

Diederich Franz Leonhard von Schlechtendal (1794-1866): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schltdl.' in the authors string.
Adelbert von Chamisso (1781-1838): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cham.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:367174-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.