Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Genus:
Species:
nervosa
ID:
459660

Status:
valid

Authors:
Radlk.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1914

Citation Micro:
Smithsonian Misc. Collect. 61(24): 4 (1914)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000458992



Common Names

  • Talisia Nervosa
  • Nervosa Talisia
  • Talisia


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Synonyms

  • Talisia amaruayana Steyerm. [unknown]
  • Talisia tiricensis Steyerm. & Maguire [unknown]
  • Talisia dwyeri Croat [unknown]
  • Talisia grandifolia Cuatrec. [unknown]

Description

Talisia nervosa (also called Nervous Talisia, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub that is native to tropical regions of South America. It has a dense, upright habit and produces small, star-shaped white flowers. It grows best in moist, well-drained soils in full sun to partial shade.

Uses & Benefits

Talisia nervosa has no known non-medical uses or benefits.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Talisia nervosa are small and white, with a yellow center. The seeds are tiny and black, and the seedlings are small and have a yellowish-green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Talisia nervosa is a small tree native to Central and South America. It is a relatively easy tree to cultivate and propagate. It prefers warm temperatures and bright, indirect light. It should be grown in a well-draining soil. It should be watered regularly and fertilized lightly. Propagation is done by seed or by cuttings. Cuttings should be taken in late summer and rooted in a moist medium.

Where to Find Talisia nervosa

Talisia nervosa is native to the tropical rainforests of South America and can be found in the Amazon Rainforest.

Talisia nervosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Talisia nervosa?

Talisia nervosa

What is the common name of Talisia nervosa?

Nervosa

What is the natural habitat of Talisia nervosa?

Tropical rainforests

Species in the Talisia genus

Talisia megaphylla, Talisia macrophylla, Talisia laevigata, Talisia hexaphylla, Talisia hemidasya, Talisia eximia, Talisia acutifolia, Talisia chartacea, Talisia cupularis, Talisia cerasina, Talisia caudata, Talisia angustifolia, Talisia firma, Talisia coriacea, Talisia nervosa, Talisia retusa, Talisia prancei, Talisia obovata, Talisia praealta, Talisia croatii, Talisia bullata, Talisia carinata, Talisia clathrata, Talisia floresii, Talisia japurensis, Talisia megaphylla, Talisia mollis, Talisia pachycarpa, Talisia pilosula, Talisia squarrosa, Talisia setigera, Talisia subalbens, Talisia princeps, Talisia pinnata, Talisia guianensis, Talisia oedipoda, Talisia sylvatica, Talisia esculenta, Talisia stricta, Talisia microphylla, Talisia dasyclada, Talisia parviflora, Talisia furfuracea, Talisia longifolia, Talisia simaboides, Talisia veraluciana, Talisia granulosa, Talisia lanata, Talisia velutina, Talisia douradensis,

Species in the Sapindaceae family

References