Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
nervosa
ID:
249957

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hook.f.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1887

Citation Micro:
Fl. Brit. India 5: 350 (1887)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000249289



Common Names

  • Aporosa Nervosa
  • Nervosa Aporosa
  • Nervosa


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Synonyms

  • Aporosa sphaeridiophora pubescens J.J.Sm. [unknown]

Description

Aporosa nervosa (also called Nervous Aporosa, among many other common names) is a species of shrub that is native to tropical Africa. It grows in moist, shady forests and is characterized by its large, oval leaves and its small, white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Aporosa nervosa is an ornamental plant, grown for its attractive flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine for the treatment of various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Aporosa nervosa flowers are small, white and star-shaped. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Aporosa nervosa is a shrub that grows to 3m in height and is native to India. It can be propagated from cuttings or seeds. Cuttings should be taken from the current season's growth and planted in a well-drained potting mix. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained potting mix and kept moist. Once established, the plants should be watered regularly and fertilised every few months.

Where to Find Aporosa nervosa

Aporosa nervosa is native to India and is found in the wild in the Western Ghats region.

Aporosa nervosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Aporosa nervosa?

Aporosa nervosa

What type of plant is Aporosa nervosa?

Evergreen shrub

Where does Aporosa nervosa grow?

Tropical Africa

Species in the Aporosa genus

Species in the Phyllanthaceae family

Actephila alanbakeri, Actephila saccata, Actephila albidula, Actephila anthelminthica, Actephila aurantiaca, Actephila collinsiae, Actephila daii, Actephila dolichopoda, Actephila excelsa, Actephila foetida, Actephila grandifolia, Actephila latifolia, Actephila lindleyi, Actephila longipedicellata, Actephila macrantha, Actephila mearsii, Actephila merrilliana, Actephila mooreana, Actephila nitidula, Actephila ovalis, Actephila petiolaris, Actephila pierrei, Actephila platysepala, Actephila puberula, Actephila sessilifolia, Actephila subsessilis, Actephila trichogyna, Actephila bella, Actephila championiae, Actephila flavescens, Actephila plicata, Actephila traceyi, Actephila venusta, Actephila vernicosa, Actephila forsteri, Amanoa almerindae, Amanoa anomala, Amanoa bracteosa, Amanoa caribaea, Amanoa congesta, Amanoa cupatensis, Amanoa glaucophylla, Amanoa gracillima, Amanoa guianensis, Amanoa muricata, Amanoa nanayensis, Amanoa neglecta, Amanoa oblongifolia, Amanoa sinuosa, Amanoa steyermarkii,

References