Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Zingiberales
Species:
arrovicus
ID:
476149

Status:
valid

Authors:
Gagnep.

Source:
Zingiberaceae resource centre

Year:
1901

Citation Micro:
Bull. Soc. Bot. France 48:LXXXI. (1901)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000475481



Common Names

  • Nanochilus arrovicus
  • Arrovicus Nanochilus
  • Arrovicus Nanochilus


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Description

Nanochilus arrovicus (also called Arrovo's nanochilus, among many other common names) is a species of plant in the Gesneriaceae family. It is an evergreen shrub with opposite leaves that are ovate to oblong-lanceolate in shape. It is native to Colombia and Venezuela, and is found in montane forests at elevations of 1,500-2,500 meters.

Uses & Benefits

Nanochilus arrovicus has been used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as an ingredient in herbal teas. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments, such as fever, colds, and headaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Nanochilus arrovicus has small, white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Nanochilus arrovicus is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. Water regularly and fertilize with a balanced fertilizer once a month during the growing season.

Where to Find Nanochilus arrovicus

Nanochilus arrovicus can be found in the western United States, from California to Utah and Arizona.

Nanochilus arrovicus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Nanochilus arrovicus?

Nanochilus arrovicus

What is the common name of Nanochilus arrovicus?

Arrowhead

What is the natural habitat of Nanochilus arrovicus?

Mountain meadows and woodlands

Species in the Nanochilus genus

Species in the Zingiberaceae family

Haniffia albiflora, Haniffia cyanescens, Haniffia flavescens, Haniffia santubongensis, Hedychium biflorum, Hedychium bijiangense, Hedychium boloveniorum, Hedychium bordelonianum, Hedychium borneense, Hedychium bousigonianum, Hedychium brevicaule, Hedychium calcaratum, Hedychium carneum, Hedychium coccineum, Hedychium convexum, Hedychium coronarium, Hedychium deceptum, Hedychium dekianum, Hedychium densiflorum, Hedychium elatum, Hedychium ellipticum, Hedychium elwesii, Hedychium emeiense, Hedychium erythrostemon, Hedychium flavescens, Hedychium flavescens, Hedychium flavum, Hedychium forrestii, Hedychium gardnerianum, Hedychium glabrum, Hedychium glaucum, Hedychium gomezianum, Hedychium gracillimum, Hedychium grandiflorum, Hedychium gratum, Hedychium greenii, Hedychium griersonianum, Hedychium griffithianum, Hedychium hasseltii, Hedychium heteromallum, Hedychium hirsutissimum, Hedychium hookeri, Hedychium horsfieldii, Hedychium intermedium, Hedychium kwangsiense, Hedychium larsenii, Hedychium lineare, Hedychium longicornutum, Hedychium longipedunculatum, Hedychium luteum,

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