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Nertera granadensis (Mutis ex L.f.) Druce
| Family Name: | Rubiaceae |
| Common Name: | Coral Bead Plant, Pin Cushion Plant, 珍珠橙 |
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Classifications and Characteristics
| Plant Growth Form | Herbaceous Plant |
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| Maximum Height | 13 cm |
Biogeography
| Native Habitat | Terrestrial |
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| Preferred Climate Zone | Tropical, Sub-Tropical / Monsoonal |
Description and Ethnobotany
| Growth Form | It is a mat-forming small herbaceous plant, generally growing to 5-10 cm tall. |
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| Foliage | Its leaves are round and tiny, about 0.5 cm long. |
| Flowers | Flowers are inconspicuous, with 4 greenish white petals. |
| Fruit | Nertera granadensis produces lots of bright orange to red, berry-like fruit which are about 0.5-1 cm across. |
| Cultivation | This plant need high humidity to grow well. However, the soils should be well-drained. |
| Ethnobotanical Uses | Others: This plant should be kept away from pets and children, because the fruits are mildly poisonous. |
Landscaping Features
| Desirable Plant Features | Ornamental Fruits |
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| Landscape Uses | Small Gardens, Interiorscape/ Indoor Plant, Container Planting |
| Usage Hazard - Cons | Toxic Upon Ingestion |
Plant Care and Propagation
| Light Preference | Semi-Shade |
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| Water Preference | Moderate Water |
| Rootzone Tolerance | Well-Drained Soils, Shallow Media |
| Propagation Method | Seed, Division |
Foliar
| Mature Foliage Colour(s) | Green |
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Floral (Angiosperm)
| Flower Colour(s) | Green |
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Fruit, Seed and Spore
| Mature Fruit Colour(s) | Orange, Red |
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| Mature Fruit Texture(s) | Glossy / Shiny |
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Others
| Master ID | 32813 |
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| Species ID | 7226 |
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