Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Cornales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
anderssonii
ID:
1280172

Status:
valid

Authors:
Weigend

Source:
tro

Year:
2006

Citation Micro:
Revista Peru. Biol. 13: 72 (2006)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001279510



Common Names

  • Andersson's Nasa
  • Andersson's Star
  • Andersson's Flower


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Description

Nasa anderssonii (also called Andersson’s Nasa, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Rubiaceae. It is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 5 m tall. It is native to the tropical forests of Central and South America, and is found in humid and wet habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Nasa anderssonii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating skin conditions and digestive issues.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Nasa anderssonii has small, yellow flowers and small, black seeds. The seedlings are small and have a single, thin stem with small, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Nasa anderssonii is a small, evergreen shrub native to the Andes Mountains of South America. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by seed, which should be sown in spring or early summer in a warm, sheltered spot. Cuttings can also be taken in late summer or early autumn.

Where to Find Nasa anderssonii

Nasa anderssonii is native to Ecuador.

Nasa anderssonii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Nasa anderssonii?

Nasa anderssonii

What is the common name of Nasa anderssonii?

Anderssonii Nasa

What is the natural habitat of Nasa anderssonii?

Tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests

Species in the Nasa genus

Nasa perijensis, Nasa ferruginea, Nasa chenopodiifolia, Nasa venezuelensis, Nasa speciosa, Nasa raimondii, Nasa vargasii, Nasa urens, Nasa triphylla, Nasa poissoniana, Nasa lindeniana, Nasa weigendii, Nasa basilica, Nasa sanchezii, Nasa urubambensis, Nasa sanagoranensis, Nasa tulipadiaboli, Nasa rubrastra, Nasa rufipila, Nasa weberbaueri, Nasa cuatrecasasii, Nasa orbicularis, Nasa pilovena, Nasa profundiserrata, Nasa rudis, Nasa aequatoriana, Nasa amaluzensis, Nasa anderssonii, Nasa argemonoides, Nasa aspiazui, Nasa asplundii, Nasa auca, Nasa bicornuta, Nasa callacallensis, Nasa campaniflora, Nasa carnea, Nasa carunculata, Nasa colanii, Nasa connectans, Nasa contumazensis, Nasa dillonii, Nasa dolichostemon, Nasa driesslei, Nasa dyeri, Nasa ferox, Nasa formosissima, Nasa glabra, Nasa glandulosissima, Nasa grandiflora, Nasa hastata,

Species in the Loasaceae family

Aosa gilgiana, Aosa parviflora, Aosa plumieri, Aosa rupestris, Aosa sigmoidea, Aosa rostrata, Aosa uleana, Aosa grandis, Blumenbachia dissecta, Blumenbachia catharinensis, Blumenbachia eichleri, Blumenbachia espigneera, Blumenbachia exalata, Blumenbachia hieronymi, Blumenbachia insignis, Blumenbachia latifolia, Blumenbachia prietea, Blumenbachia sylvestris, Blumenbachia hierorymi, Blumenbachia amana, Caiophora deserticola, Caiophora aconquijae, Caiophora andina, Caiophora arechavaletae, Caiophora boliviana, Caiophora buraeavi, Caiophora canarinoides, Caiophora carduifolia, Caiophora cernua, Caiophora chuquisacana, Caiophora chuquitensis, Caiophora cirsiifolia, Caiophora clavata, Caiophora contorta, Caiophora coronata, Caiophora dumetorum, Caiophora espigneira, Caiophora grandiflora, Caiophora hibiscifolia, Caiophora lateritia, Caiophora macrantha, Caiophora madrequisa, Caiophora mollis, Caiophora nivalis, Caiophora patagonica, Caiophora pedicularifolia, Caiophora peduncularis, Caiophora pterosperma, Caiophora pulchella, Caiophora rosulata,

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