Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Cornales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
karsteniana
ID:
1280202

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Urb. & Gilg) Weigend

Source:
tro

Year:
2006

Citation Micro:
Revista Peru. Biol. 13(1): 76. 2006 [Oct 2006]

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001279540



Common Names

  • Karsteniana Nasa
  • Karsteniana Star
  • Karsteniana Flower


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Description

Nasa karsteniana (also called 'Llaullip' and 'Llaulli', among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Andes of Peru. It has a thick stem and long, narrow leaves with a waxy texture. It grows in moist, shady areas, such as in the understory of tropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Nasa karsteniana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments, including fever, inflammation, and digestive disorders.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Nasa karsteniana has small, white 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 karsteniana 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 karsteniana

Nasa karsteniana can be found in the tropical regions of South America, including Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, and Bolivia.

Nasa karsteniana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Nasa karsteniana?

Nasa karsteniana

What type of plant is Nasa karsteniana?

Nasa karsteniana is a species of flowering plant in the family Rubiaceae.

Where is Nasa karsteniana found?

Nasa karsteniana is found in Colombia.

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record tro-50304982: Based on the initial data import
Ignatz Urban (1848-1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Urb.' in the authors string.
Ernst Friedrich Gilg (1867-1933): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gilg' in the authors string.
Maximilian Weigend (b.1969): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Weigend' in the authors string.