Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
nervosa
ID:
1318146

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Kraenzl.) Novoa, C.A.Vargas & Cisternas

Source:
ipni

Year:
2015

Citation Micro:
Gayana, Bot. 72: 152 (2015)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001330600



Common Names

  • Nervosa Myrosmodes
  • Myrosmodes Nervosa
  • Nervosa Myrosmodes Tree


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Description

Myrosmodes nervosa (also called Nervous Myrosmodes, among many other common names) is a low-growing, evergreen shrub native to the Andes Mountains of South America. It has small, leathery, evergreen leaves and yellow flowers that bloom in the summer. It is found in rocky, alpine meadows and on rocky slopes and cliffs.

Uses & Benefits

Myrosmodes nervosa is an ornamental plant that is grown for its attractive foliage and fragrant flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat skin ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Myrosmodes nervosa has small, white flowers that are arranged in panicles. The seeds are small, dark brown and oblong in shape. The seedlings are slender and have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Myrosmodes nervosa is a tropical plant that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It is best propagated through seed or division. It prefers well-drained soil and regular watering.

Where to Find Myrosmodes nervosa

Myrosmodes nervosa is found in the tropical rainforests of Central Africa.

Myrosmodes nervosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Myrosmodes nervosa?

Myrosmodes nervosa

What is the common name of Myrosmodes nervosa?

No common name

What is the natural habitat of Myrosmodes nervosa?

It is found in the Andes Mountains of Peru and Bolivia

Species in the Orchidaceae family

Aa fiebrigii, Aa hartwegii, Aa hieronymi, Aa leucantha, Aa lorentzii, Aa macra, Aa achalensis, Aa maderoi, Aa mandonii, Aa matthewsii, Aa microtidis, Aa paleacea, Aa argyrolepis, Aa riobambae, Aa rosei, Aa schickendanzii, Aa sphaeroglossa, Aa trilobulata, Aa weddelliana, Aa aurantiaca, Aa calceata, Aa colombiana, Aa denticulata, Aa erosa, Aa figueroi, Aa lozanoi, Aa lehmannii, Acampe carinata, Acampe cephalotes, Acampe ochracea, Acampe pachyglossa, Acampe praemorsa, Acampe joiceyana, Acampe hulae, Acanthophippium bicolor, Acanthophippium chrysoglossum, Acanthophippium curtisii, Acanthophippium eburneum, Acanthophippium gougahense, Acanthophippium javanicum, Acanthophippium lilacinum, Acanthophippium mantinianum, Acanthophippium parviflorum, Acanthophippium pictum, Acanthophippium splendidum, Acanthophippium striatum, Acanthophippium sylhetense, Acanthophippium curtisii, Achlydosa glandulosa, Acianthera aculeata,

References

Friedrich Wilhelm Ludwig Kraenzlin (1847-1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kraenzl.' in the authors string.
Carlos A. Vargas: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.A.Vargas' in the authors string.
Mauricio A. Cisternas: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cisternas' in the authors string.
Patricio Novoa Quezada: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Novoa' in the authors string.