Status:
valid
Authors:
(Schinz) Bremek. & Oberm.
Source:
tro
Year:
1935
Citation Micro:
Ann. Transvaal Mus. 16: 415 (1935)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001131688
Common Names
- Southern African Neuradopsis
- Southern African Neuradopsis Moss
- Southern African Neuradopsis Moss
Uses & Benefits
Neuradopsis austroafricana is a popular ornamental shrub, often used in landscaping for its attractive foliage and showy flowers. It is also used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat fever, headaches, and digestive issues.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Neuradopsis austroafricana is small and white with five petals. The seed is small, round and black. The seedlings are short and thin with small leaves.
Where to Find Neuradopsis austroafricana
Neuradopsis austroafricana is native to southern Africa.
Species in the Neuradopsis genus
Species in the Neuradaceae family