Status:
valid
                
                
                    
Authors:
Pittier
                
                
                    
Source:
cmp
                
                
                    
Year:
1912
                
                
                    
Citation Micro:
Contr. U.S. Natl. Herb. 13: 440 (1912)
                
                
                    
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000382343
                
             
            
            
                
                
                
            
            
            
                                    
                        Common Names
                        
                        - Naucleopsis naga
- Naga Naucleopsis
- Naga Tree
 
                                
                
                    
                    
                    
                
                
                
                
                                    
                        Synonyms
                        - Ogcodeia naga Mildbr. [unknown]
- Naucleopsis naga naga  [unknown]
 
                                                    
                        Description
                        
                            Naucleopsis naga (also called Naga naucleopsis, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to South America. It has small, white flowers and oblong leaves. It is found in moist soils, forests, and along the edges of streams and rivers.                        
                     
                                
                                    
                        Uses & Benefits
                        
                            Naucleopsis naga is a plant native to South America. It is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.                        
                     
                                
                                                    
                        Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
                        
                            The flower of Naucleopsis naga is a small, yellowish-green umbel, with each flower having three stamens. The seed is a small, three-sided nutlet. The seedlings are thin, grass-like and have a single leaf.                        
                     
                                
                
                
                                    
                        Cultivation and Propagation
                        
                            Naucleopsis naga is a perennial herb that grows in tropical and subtropical climates. It is propagated by seed or by cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix in a warm, sunny location. Cuttings should be taken from healthy plants and planted in a well-drained soil mix. The plant should be kept moist and in a warm, sunny location.                        
                     
                                                    
                        Where to Find Naucleopsis naga
                        
                            Naucleopsis naga is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the world and can be found in moist habitats such as wet meadows and stream banks.                        
                     
                
                                    
                        Naucleopsis naga FAQ
                        
                            What is the natural habitat of Naucleopsis naga?
Naucleopsis naga is native to the Mediterranean region.
What is the size of Naucleopsis naga?
Naucleopsis naga is a small species, typically reaching a height of around 20 cm.
What is the flowering period of Naucleopsis naga?
Naucleopsis naga typically flowers in the spring and summer months.
 
                     
                
                                    
                        Species in the Naucleopsis genus
                        
                            Naucleopsis oblongifolia, 
Naucleopsis naga, 
Naucleopsis imitans, 
Naucleopsis ulei, 
Naucleopsis chiguila, 
Naucleopsis capirensis, 
Naucleopsis francisci, 
Naucleopsis guianensis, 
Naucleopsis macrophylla, 
Naucleopsis glabra, 
Naucleopsis ternstroemiiflora, 
Naucleopsis concinna, 
Naucleopsis krukovii, 
Naucleopsis pseudonaga, 
Naucleopsis caloneura, 
Naucleopsis humilis, 
Naucleopsis herrerensis, 
Naucleopsis straminea, 
Naucleopsis velutina, 
Naucleopsis riparia, 
Naucleopsis insculptula, 
Naucleopsis jamariensis, 
Naucleopsis glabra, 
Naucleopsis inaequalis, 
Naucleopsis stipularis,                         
 
                     
                                                    
                        Species in the Moraceae family
                        
                            Allaeanthus greveanus, 
Allaeanthus kurzii, 
Allaeanthus luzonicus, 
Allaeanthus zeylanicus, 
Antiaris toxicaria, 
Antiaropsis decipiens, 
Antiaropsis uniflora, 
Artocarpus albobrunneus, 
Artocarpus altilis, 
Artocarpus altissimus, 
Artocarpus anisophyllus, 
Artocarpus annulatus, 
Artocarpus avatifolius, 
Artocarpus blancoi, 
Artocarpus brevipedunculatus, 
Artocarpus camansi, 
Artocarpus chama, 
Artocarpus corneri, 
Artocarpus elasticus, 
Artocarpus excelsus, 
Artocarpus fulvicortex, 
Artocarpus glaucus, 
Artocarpus gomezianus, 
Artocarpus gongshanensis, 
Artocarpus heterophyllus, 
Artocarpus hirsutus, 
Artocarpus hispidus, 
Artocarpus horridus, 
Artocarpus hypargyreus, 
Artocarpus integer, 
Artocarpus jarrettiae, 
Artocarpus kemando, 
Artocarpus lacucha, 
Artocarpus lanceifolius, 
Artocarpus longifolius, 
Artocarpus lowii, 
Artocarpus mariannensis, 
Artocarpus multifidus, 
Artocarpus nanchuanensis, 
Artocarpus nigrifolius, 
Artocarpus nitidus, 
Artocarpus nobilis, 
Artocarpus obtusus, 
Artocarpus odoratissimus, 
Artocarpus palembanicus, 
Artocarpus petelotii, 
Artocarpus pinnatisectus, 
Artocarpus pithecogallus, 
Artocarpus primackii, 
Artocarpus reticulatus,