Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Species:
nana
ID:
1306459

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Ule) Kriebel & M.J.Rocha

Source:
Flora do Brasil 2020 (JBRJ)

Year:
2017

Citation Micro:
Int. J. Pl. Sci. 179(1): 68 (2017)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001318913



Common Names

  • Noterophila Nana
  • Nana Star
  • Nana Morning Glory


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Description

Noterophila nana (also called Noterophila Plant, among many other common names) is a shrub native to the Atlantic Forest biome of Brazil. It grows in dry, sunny areas and has small, needle-like leaves. The flowers are small and yellow and have a tubular structure.

Uses & Benefits

Noterophila nana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover. It is also used to attract butterflies and bees.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Noterophila nana are white and star-shaped. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have long, thin stems and light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Noterophila nana is a shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -35°C (-31°F). Prune after flowering to maintain a neat shape.

Where to Find Noterophila nana

Noterophila nana can be found in the Southern United States, Mexico, and Central America.

Noterophila nana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Noterophila nana?

Noterophila nana

What is the common name of Noterophila nana?

Noterophila nana

What type of plant is Noterophila nana?

Annual herb

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

Ernst Heinrich Georg Ule (1854-1915): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ule' in the authors string.
Ricardo Kriebel (b.1979): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kriebel' in the authors string.
Maria José Reis Da Rocha: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.J.Rocha' in the authors string.