Status:
valid
Authors:
(DC.) Mart.
Source:
tro
Year:
1831
Citation Micro:
Nov. Gen. Sp. Pl. 3(2): 112 (1831)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001246075
Common Names
- Noterophila limnobios
- Limnobios Noterophila
- Limnobios Water-loving Plant
Description
Noterophila limnobios (also called 'Limnobios Noterophila', among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree found in the Mexican states of Oaxaca, Veracruz and Chiapas. It has alternate, simple leaves, and white flowers in axillary clusters. Its habitats include tropical deciduous forests, tropical semi-deciduous forests, and tropical evergreen forests.
Uses & Benefits
Noterophila limnobios is used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties. It is used to treat fever, headaches, and stomach aches.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Noterophila limnobios has small, white flowers, small black seeds, and seedlings with oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Noterophila limnobios is a perennial herb that is native to South Africa. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun or partial shade. Propagation is done by seed or division of the rootstock. Seeds should be sown in spring in a cold frame, and the seedlings should be planted out in late summer or early autumn.
Where to Find Noterophila limnobios
Noterophila limnobios is native to Europe and can be found in wetland habitats.
Noterophila limnobios FAQ
What is the scientific name of Noterophila limnobios?
Noterophila limnobios
What is the common name of Noterophila limnobios?
Limnobios Rush
What type of plant is Noterophila limnobios?
Herbaceous perennial
Species in the Noterophila genus
Species in the Melastomataceae family
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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,