Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Cornales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
limata
ID:
1280208

Status:
valid

Authors:
(J.F.Macbr.) Weigend

Source:
tro

Year:
2006

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

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001279546



Common Names

  • Limata Nasa
  • Limata Star
  • Limata Flower


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Description

Nasa limata (also called 'Llaullip' and 'Llaulli', among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Andes of Colombia and Ecuador. 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 limata is used in traditional medicine for treating digestive problems, as an antiseptic, and for treating skin diseases. It is also used to make a tea that is believed to have anti-inflammatory and diuretic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Nasa limata has small, yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black and the seedlings are small and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Nasa limata is a shrub or small tree that can be propagated from cuttings or from seed. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems and planted in a well-draining medium. Seeds should be sown in a light, well-draining potting mix and kept moist until germination. The seedlings should be transplanted to individual pots when they are large enough to handle.

Where to Find Nasa limata

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

Nasa limata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Nasa limata?

Nasa limata

What type of plant is Nasa limata?

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

Where is Nasa limata found?

Nasa limata is found in Mexico.

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-50304989: Based on the initial data import
James Francis Macbride (1892-1976): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.F.Macbr.' in the authors string.
Maximilian Weigend (b.1969): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Weigend' in the authors string.