Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Cornales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
orbicularis
ID:
1264695

Status:
valid

Authors:
Weigend

Source:
tro

Year:
2006

Citation Micro:
Taxon 55: 465 (2006)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001264033



Common Names

  • Nasa orbicularis
  • Nasa Orbicularis
  • Nasa's Orbicularis


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Description

Nasa orbicularis (also called Round Nasa, among many other common names) is a shrub native to tropical regions of the Americas. It is found in tropical rainforests, swamps, and mangroves, and prefers moist, shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Nasa orbicularis has been used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a natural insect repellent. It has also been used to treat skin conditions such as eczema and psoriasis.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Nasa orbicularis is small, yellowish-green and has no petals. The seed is small, round and brown. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Nasa orbicularis is an evergreen shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers a well-drained soil and partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -5°C (23°F). To propagate from seed, sow the seeds in a well-drained soil mix and keep the soil moist. To propagate from cuttings, take stem cuttings in the spring and root them in a moist soil mix. Keep the soil moist and provide bright, indirect light.

Where to Find Nasa orbicularis

Nasa orbicularis can be found in Colombia.

Nasa orbicularis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Nasa orbicularis?

Nasa orbicularis

What is the common name of Nasa orbicularis?

Orbicularis

What type of plant is Nasa orbicularis?

A shrub

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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