Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Family:
Species:
tenuisepala
ID:
1274889

Status:
valid

Authors:
M.H.Alford

Source:
tro

Year:
2008

Citation Micro:
Syst. Bot. Monog. 85: 48 (2008)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001274227



Common Names

  • Neosprucea Tenuisepala
  • Slender-Leaved Neosprucea
  • Tenuisepalous Neosprucea


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Description

Neosprucea tenuisepala (also called Slender-leaved neosprucea, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub with fragrant, white flowers. It is native to South Africa, where it grows in rocky, well-drained soils.

Uses & Benefits

Neosprucea tenuisepala is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for birds and other animals.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Neosprucea tenuisepala has small, white flowers. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings have a pair of cotyledons and the first true leaves are ovate-shaped.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Neosprucea tenuisepala can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a warm, sunny position in well-drained soil. Cuttings should be taken in late summer or early fall. Plant in a warm, sunny position in well-drained soil.

Where to Find Neosprucea tenuisepala

Neosprucea tenuisepala is native to the Caribbean and can be found in the tropical and subtropical regions of the region.

Neosprucea tenuisepala FAQ

What is the scientific name of Neosprucea tenuisepala?

Neosprucea tenuisepala

What is the common name of Neosprucea tenuisepala?

Slender-leaved Neosprucea

What type of plant is Neosprucea tenuisepala?

Shrub

Species in the Salicaceae family

Abatia angeliana, Abatia americana, Abatia canescens, Abatia glabra, Abatia mexicana, Abatia microphylla, Abatia parviflora, Abatia rugosa, Abatia spicata, Abatia stellata, Azara alpina, Azara celastrina, Azara dentata, Azara integrifolia, Azara intermedia, Azara lanceolata, Azara microphylla, Azara petiolaris, Azara salicifolia, Azara serrata, Azara uruguayensis, Banara acunae, Banara arguta, Banara axilliflora, Banara boliviana, Banara brasiliensis, Banara brittonii, Banara caymanensis, Banara cordifolia, Banara domingensis, Banara excisa, Banara glauca, Banara guianensis, Banara ibaguensis, Banara larensis, Banara leptophylla, Banara minutiflora, Banara nitida, Banara orinocensis, Banara parviflora, Banara portoricensis, Banara quinquenervis, Banara regia, Banara riparia, Banara riscoi, Banara saxicola, Banara selleana, Banara serrata, Banara splendens, Banara tomentosa,

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