Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Cornales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
weigendii
ID:
744986

Status:
valid

Authors:
E.Rodr.

Source:
ksu

Year:
2008

Citation Micro:
Arnaldoa 15: 22 (2008)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000744319



Common Names

  • Nasa Weigendii
  • Weigend's Nasa
  • Weigend's Star


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Description

Nasa weigendii (also called Weigend's nasa, among many other common names) is a small shrub or tree that grows to a height of 2–4 m. It has small, leathery leaves with serrated edges and small white flowers. It is native to South America and is found in tropical forests and wetlands.

Uses & Benefits

Nasa weigendii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. Its flowers have a pleasant scent and can be used to make herbal teas and infusions.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Nasa weigendii are small and white. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Nasa weigendii is a tropical plant that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers well-drained soil and partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate salt spray.

Where to Find Nasa weigendii

Nasa weigendii is native to Mexico.

Nasa weigendii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Nasa weigendii?

Nasa weigendii

What is the common name of Nasa weigendii?

Weigend's nasa

What is the natural habitat of Nasa weigendii?

Grasslands and scrublands

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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