Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Genus:
Species:
major
ID:
1317576

Status:
valid

Authors:
Soler.

Source:
ipni

Year:
1892

Citation Micro:
Nat. Pflanzenfam. 4(2): 37 (1892)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001330030



Common Names

  • Norrisia Major
  • Major's Norrisia
  • Major Norrisia


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Description

Norrisia major (also called Norrisia, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub that grows up to 1.5 m tall. It is native to Southeast Asia, from India to China, and is found in tropical and subtropical habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Norrisia major is a medicinal plant that is used to treat various ailments, such as fever, colds, and digestive problems. It is also used as an ornamental plant, as it has attractive foliage and flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Norrisia major is white with a yellow center and has five petals. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are small and have narrow, pointed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Norrisia major can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a moist, well-drained soil mix and kept in a warm, humid environment. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood in the summer and rooted in a moist, well-drained soil mix. The plant prefers full sun to partial shade and should be protected from strong winds.

Where to Find Norrisia major

Norrisia major is native to the Caribbean region, including parts of Jamaica, Cuba, and the Dominican Republic.

Norrisia major FAQ

What is the scientific name of Norrisia major?

Norrisia major

What is the natural habitat of Norrisia major?

Moist forests and grasslands

What is the distribution range of Norrisia major?

Southern Mexico and Central America

Species in the Norrisia genus

Species in the Loganiaceae family

Antonia ovata, Bonyunia antoniifolia, Bonyunia aquatica, Bonyunia minor, Bonyunia superba, Bonyunia venusta, Bonyunia spectabilis, Bonyunia excelsa, Bonyunia magnifica, Bonyunia nobilis, Bonyunia pulchra, Gardneria angustifolia, Gardneria lanceolata, Gardneria multiflora, Gardneria nutans, Gardneria ovata, Geniostoma angustifolium, Geniostoma antherotrichum, Geniostoma balansanum, Geniostoma biseriale, Geniostoma borbonicum, Geniostoma calcicola, Geniostoma celastrineum, Geniostoma clavatum, Geniostoma cyrtandrae, Geniostoma densiflora, Geniostoma erythrosperma, Geniostoma fagraeoides, Geniostoma gagnae, Geniostoma glaucescens, Geniostoma grandifolium, Geniostoma huttonii, Geniostoma leenhoutsii, Geniostoma macrophyllum, Geniostoma mooreanum, Geniostoma novae-caledoniae, Geniostoma pedunculatum, Geniostoma petiolosum, Geniostoma randianum, Geniostoma rapense, Geniostoma rarotongensis, Geniostoma remyana, Geniostoma rupestre, Geniostoma stipulare, Geniostoma sykesii, Geniostoma trichostylum, Geniostoma umbellatum, Geniostoma vestitum, Geniostoma weinlandii, Geniostoma imbricatum,

References

Hans Solereder: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Soler.' in the authors string.