Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Species:
scorpioidea
ID:
161806

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Stapf) M.P.Nayar

Source:
ipni

Year:
1977

Citation Micro:
Bull. Bot. Surv. India 16(1-4): 25 (1977)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000161135



Common Names

  • Scorpion Orchid
  • Neodriessenia scorpioidea
  • Scorpioidea


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Synonyms

  • Campimia scorpioidea Ridl. [unknown]
  • Driessenia crystallina Stapf [unknown]
  • Driessenia scorpioides Stapf [unknown]
  • Neodriessenia crystallina (Stapf) M.P.Nayar [unknown]

Description

Neodriessenia scorpioidea (also called Scorpioid 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 scorpioidea 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 scorpioidea 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.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Neodriessenia scorpioidea 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 scorpioidea

Neodriessenia scorpioidea is found in the tropical forests of Central and South America.

Neodriessenia scorpioidea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Neodriessenia scorpioidea?

Neodriessenia scorpioidea

What is the common name of Neodriessenia scorpioidea?

Scorpion-like Neodriessenia

What is the habitat of Neodriessenia scorpioidea?

It is found in tropical and subtropical moist montane forests and moist shrubland.

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,

References

Otto Stapf (1857-1933): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Stapf' in the authors string.
Madhavan Parameswaran Nayar (1932-2016): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.P.Nayar' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:573913-1: Based on the initial data import