Natsiatopsis thunbergiifolia - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Icacinales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
thunbergiifolia
ID:
379723
Status:
valid
Authors:
Kurz
Source:
cmp
Year:
1875
Citation Micro:
J. Asiat. Soc. Bengal, Pt. 2, Nat. Hist. 44: 201 (1875)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000379055
Common Names
- Thunberg's Natsiatopsis
- Thunberg's Natsiatopsis
- Natsiatopsis thunbergiifolia
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Natsiatopsis thunbergiifolia (also called Thunberg's Natsiatopsis, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Rubiaceae. It is native to India, Nepal, and Sri Lanka. It grows in moist habitats, such as marshes, swamps, and wet meadows.
Uses & Benefits
Natsiatopsis thunbergiifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It has a long history of use in traditional medicine as a diuretic, anti-inflammatory, and antispasmodic. It is also used to treat fever, headaches, and skin diseases.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Natsiatopsis thunbergiifolia has yellow flowers with five petals and yellow stamens. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have long, narrow leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Natsiatopsis thunbergiifolia is a small, evergreen shrub native to South America. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and rooted in a light, well-drained soil mix. Keep the cuttings in a warm, humid environment until they have rooted.
Where to Find Natsiatopsis thunbergiifolia
Natsiatopsis thunbergiifolia can be found in the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.
Natsiatopsis thunbergiifolia FAQ
What is the scientific name of Natsiatopsis thunbergiifolia?
Natsiatopsis thunbergiifolia
Where is Natsiatopsis thunbergiifolia found?
Natsiatopsis thunbergiifolia is found in South America, particularly in Brazil, Colombia, and Peru.
What is the flowering season of Natsiatopsis thunbergiifolia?
Natsiatopsis thunbergiifolia typically flowers in the spring and summer months.
Species in the Natsiatopsis genus
Species in the Icacinaceae family
Alsodeiopsis chippii, Alsodeiopsis mannii, Alsodeiopsis poggei, Alsodeiopsis rowlandii, Alsodeiopsis schumannii, Alsodeiopsis staudtii, Alsodeiopsis tessmannii, Alsodeiopsis zenkeri, Calatola costaricensis, Calatola laevigata, Calatola mollis, Calatola pastazana, Calatola uxpanapensis, Calatola microcarpa, Casimirella ampla, Casimirella beckii, Casimirella crispula, Casimirella diversifolia, Casimirella guaranitica, Casimirella lanata, Casimirella rupestris, Cassinopsis chapelieri, Cassinopsis ciliata, Cassinopsis ilicifolia, Cassinopsis madagascariensis, Cassinopsis tinifolia, Cassinopsis tomentosa, Desmostachys longipes, Desmostachys oblongifolia, Desmostachys planchonianus, Desmostachys tenuifolius, Desmostachys vogelii, Emmotum harleyi, Emmotum acuminatum, Emmotum affine, Emmotum celiae, Emmotum conjunctum, Emmotum fagifolium, Emmotum floribundum, Emmotum fulvum, Emmotum glabrum, Emmotum nitens, Emmotum orbiculatum, Emmotum yapacanum, Emmotum amazonicum, Hosiea japonica, Hosiea sinensis, Icacina claessensii, Icacina guessfeldtii, Icacina mannii,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2378777: Based on the initial data import
Wilhelm Sulpiz Kurz (1834-1878): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kurz' in the authors string.