Napeanthus andinus - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
andinus
ID:
1247045
Status:
valid
Authors:
Rusby ex Donn.Sm.
Source:
tro
Year:
1895
Citation Micro:
Bot. Gaz. 20: 6. 1895
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001246383
Common Names
- Napeanthus andinus
- Andinus Napeanthus
- Napeanthus Andinus
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Napeanthus andinus (also called 'Andean Napeanthus', among many other common names) is a small evergreen shrub native to South America. It has oval leaves and small white flowers. It is found in tropical and subtropical regions, in scrub and woodland habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Napeanthus andinus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and its leaves are edible and can be used in salads. It is also known to have medicinal properties, such as anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial effects.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Napeanthus andinus has white flowers with a diameter of about 1 cm. The seeds are small, dark brown and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and dark green.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Napeanthus andinus is a small evergreen shrub that grows up to 2 m tall. It is native to South America and prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and rooted in a moist soil mix.
Where to Find Napeanthus andinus
Napeanthus andinus is native to the Andes Mountains of Peru and Bolivia.
Napeanthus andinus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Napeanthus andinus?
Napeanthus andinus
What is the common name of Napeanthus andinus?
Andean Napeanthus
Where is Napeanthus andinus native to?
South America
Species in the Napeanthus genus
Napeanthus apodemus, Napeanthus spathulatus, Napeanthus primulinus, Napeanthus subacaulis, Napeanthus bracteatus, Napeanthus loretensis, Napeanthus robustus, Napeanthus ecuadorensis, Napeanthus riparius, Napeanthus rigidus, Napeanthus reitzii, Napeanthus andinus, Napeanthus macrostoma, Napeanthus jelskii, Napeanthus primulifolius, Napeanthus rupicola,
Species in the Gesneriaceae family
Acanthonema diandrum, Achimenes admirabilis, Achimenes antirrhina, Achimenes brevifolia, Achimenes candida, Achimenes cettoana, Achimenes dulcis, Achimenes erecta, Achimenes fimbriata, Achimenes flava, Achimenes glabrata, Achimenes grandiflora, Achimenes heterophylla, Achimenes hintoniana, Achimenes longiflora, Achimenes mexicana, Achimenes misera, Achimenes nayaritensis, Achimenes obscura, Achimenes occidentalis, Achimenes patens, Achimenes pedunculata, Achimenes skinneri, Achimenes woodii, Achimenes tincticoma, Achimenes elota, Achimenes sanguinea, Achimenes ixtapaensis, Aeschynanthus citrinus, Aeschynanthus membranifolius, Aeschynanthus mendumiae, Aeschynanthus sojolianus, Aeschynanthus dischidioides, Aeschynanthus minutifolius, Aeschynanthus acuminatissimus, Aeschynanthus acuminatus, Aeschynanthus albidus, Aeschynanthus amboinensis, Aeschynanthus amoenus, Aeschynanthus andersonii, Aeschynanthus angustifolius, Aeschynanthus angustioblongus, Aeschynanthus apicidens, Aeschynanthus arctocalyx, Aeschynanthus arfakensis, Aeschynanthus argentii, Aeschynanthus asclepioides, Aeschynanthus atrorubens, Aeschynanthus atrosanguineus, Aeschynanthus batakiorum,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record tro-50136730: Based on the initial data import
Henry Hurd Rusby (1855-1940): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rusby' in the authors string.
John Donnell Smith (1829-1928): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Donn.Sm.' in the authors string.