Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Species:
parvifolia
ID:
379923

Status:
valid

Authors:
Maguire

Source:
cmp

Year:
1985

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 57: 311 (1985)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000379255



Common Names

  • Neblinantha parvifolia
  • Parvifolia Neblinantha
  • Neblinantha Parvifolia


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Description

Neblinantha parvifolia (also called Small-leaved Neblinantha, among many other common names) is a small evergreen tree native to Central America and the Caribbean. It has a short trunk and a dense, rounded crown. Its leaves are dark green, glossy, and oblong-lanceolate in shape. It is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests, tropical and subtropical moist montane forests, and swamps.

Uses & Benefits

Neblinantha parvifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, colds, and headaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Neblinantha parvifolia has small, white flowers and small, black seeds. The seedlings are small and have a single leaf that is lance-shaped.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Neblinantha parvifolia can be propagated by seed or by cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from mature stems and planted in a moist, well-drained soil mix. Both methods should be done in a warm, humid environment.

Where to Find Neblinantha parvifolia

Neblinantha parvifolia can be found in the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.

Neblinantha parvifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Neblinantha parvifolia?

Neblinantha parvifolia

What is the common name of Neblinantha parvifolia?

Small-leaved sedge

What is the natural habitat of Neblinantha parvifolia?

It is found in moist, shady areas such as forests and meadows

Species in the Neblinantha genus

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

Bassett Maguire (1904-1991): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Maguire' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:281223-2: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.