Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Cornales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
venezuelensis
ID:
379669

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Steyerm.) Weigend

Source:
cmp

Year:
2006

Citation Micro:
Revista Peru. Biol. 13(1): 83. 2006 [Oct 2006]

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000379001



Common Names

  • Venezuelan Nasa
  • Venezuela Nasa
  • Nasa venezuelensis


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Synonyms

  • Loasa venezuelensis (Steyerm.) Weigend [unknown]
  • Caiophora larensis Steyerm. [unknown]
  • Caiophora venezuelensis Steyerm. [unknown]

Description

Nasa venezuelensis (also called Venezuelan Nasa, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Cyperaceae. It is native to Venezuela. It grows in moist habitats, such as marshes, swamps, and wet meadows.

Uses & Benefits

Nasa venezuelensis is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used medicinally for treating various ailments, such as fever, colds, and digestive disorders.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Nasa venezuelensis is small and yellow-green in color. The seed is a small, dark brown nut. The seedlings are thin and light green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Nasa venezuelensis is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or by seed. When propagating by division, the plant should be divided in the spring or early summer. When propagating by seed, the seeds should be sown in the spring in a well-drained soil. The plants should be kept moist and should be fertilized regularly.

Where to Find Nasa venezuelensis

Nasa venezuelensis is native to Venezuela.

Nasa venezuelensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Nasa venezuelensis?

Nasa venezuelensis

Where is Nasa venezuelensis found?

Nasa venezuelensis is found in South America, particularly in Venezuela.

What is the flowering season of Nasa venezuelensis?

Nasa venezuelensis typically flowers in the spring and summer months.

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 kew-2378683: Based on the initial data import
Julian Alfred Steyermark (1909-1988): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Steyerm.' in the authors string.
Maximilian Weigend (b.1969): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Weigend' in the authors string.