Status:
valid
Authors:
M.P.Nayar
Source:
ipni
Year:
1977
Citation Micro:
Bull. Bot. Surv. India 16(1-4): 26 (1977)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000161133
Common Names
- Neodriessenia Purpurea
- Purpurea Neodriessenia
- Neodriessenia
Description
Neodriessenia purpurea (also called Purple Neodriessenia, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant that grows up to 20 cm tall. It is native to the tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, Asia and Australia. It prefers moist soils in open grasslands, woodlands and savannas.
Uses & Benefits
Neodriessenia purpurea is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for its medicinal properties to treat fever, cold, and cough.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Neodriessenia purpurea is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedling is a small, green, heart-shaped leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Neodriessenia purpurea is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers a well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade and should be watered regularly. Pruning is recommended to promote bushier growth.
Where to Find Neodriessenia purpurea
Neodriessenia purpurea is native to the Caribbean islands.
Neodriessenia purpurea FAQ
What is the scientific name of Neodriessenia purpurea?
Neodriessenia purpurea
What is the common name of Neodriessenia purpurea?
Purple Neodriessenia
What is the habitat of Neodriessenia purpurea?
It is found in tropical and subtropical moist montane forests and moist shrubland.
Species in the Neodriessenia genus
Species in the Melastomataceae family
Acanthella sprucei,
Acanthella pulchra,
Acanthella conferta,
Aciotis polystachya,
Aciotis purpurascens,
Aciotis acuminifolia,
Aciotis annua,
Aciotis rubricaulis,
Aciotis cordata,
Aciotis indecora,
Aciotis paludosa,
Aciotis circaeoides,
Aciotis ornata,
Aciotis circaeifolia,
Aciotis wurdackiana,
Aciotis olivieriana,
Aciotis ferreirana,
Aciotis viscida,
Aciotis pendulifolia,
Aciotis brachybotria,
Acisanthera pulchella,
Acisanthera quadrata,
Acisanthera boliviensis,
Acisanthera variabilis,
Acisanthera uniflora,
Acisanthera alsinaefolia,
Acisanthera paraguayensis,
Acisanthera alata,
Acisanthera hedyotoidea,
Acisanthera glazioviana,
Acisanthera quadrata,
Acisanthera ayangannae,
Acisanthera divaricata,
Adelobotrys ciliatus,
Adelobotrys atlanticus,
Adelobotrys adscendens,
Adelobotrys barbatus,
Adelobotrys ciliata,
Adelobotrys macrophylla,
Adelobotrys praetexta,
Adelobotrys tessmannii,
Adelobotrys boissieriana,
Adelobotrys fuscescens,
Adelobotrys macrantha,
Adelobotrys rotundifolius,
Adelobotrys subsessilis,
Adelobotrys jefensis,
Adelobotrys linearifolia,
Adelobotrys ayangannensis,
Adelobotrys scandens,