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Description
Mazus Novaezeelandiae, also known as New Zealand Swamp Musk, is a flowering plant native to New Zealand. The plant has a prostrate growth habit and can grow up to 10cm in height. Its leaves are green, glossy, and oval-shaped, growing to a length of 1-2cm. The flowers of Mazus Novaezeelandiae are trumpet-shaped and bloom in shades of purple, pink, and white.
Taxonomic Information
| Domain | Eukaryota |
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Phylum | Spermatophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Lamiales |
| Family | Phrymaceae |
| Genus | Mazus |
Appearance
Mazus Novaezeelandiae is a small, prostrate plant with green, glossy, oval-shaped leaves. The plant can grow up to 10cm in height and spreads through underground stems. The flowers of Mazus Novaezeelandiae are trumpet-shaped and bloom in shades of purple, pink, and white. The flowers grow to a length of 1-2cm and are arranged in spikes.
Care Guide
Mazus Novaezeelandiae requires moist soil and prefers partial shade to full sun. The plant needs regular watering to keep the soil moist but not waterlogged. It can be fertilized with a balanced fertilizer every two weeks during the growing season. The plant prefers well-draining soil and can be grown in hardiness zones 8-10.
Common Pests & Diseases
Mazus Novaezeelandiae is susceptible to fungal diseases such as root rot and leaf spot. It can also be attacked by spider mites and aphids. To prevent these pests and diseases, it is important to keep the plant’s environment clean and well-ventilated.
Habitat
Mazus Novaezeelandiae is native to New Zealand and can be found in swampy areas and along stream banks. The plant prefers moist soil and partial shade.
Question and Answer
Q: Can Mazus Novaezeelandiae be grown in containers?
A: Yes, Mazus Novaezeelandiae can be grown in containers as long as the soil is kept moist and the plant is given partial shade to full sun.
Q: How often should Mazus Novaezeelandiae be fertilized?
A: Mazus Novaezeelandiae can be fertilized with a balanced fertilizer every two weeks during the growing season.
Q: What are the hardiness zones for Mazus Novaezeelandiae?
A: Mazus Novaezeelandiae can be grown in hardiness zones 8-10.
Q: How tall can Mazus Novaezeelandiae grow?
A: Mazus Novaezeelandiae can grow up to 10cm in height.
Related Plants
- Mazus Radicans
- Mazus Pumilio
- Mazus Surculosus
- Mazus Reptans
References
- “Mazus Novaezeelandiae.” World Checklist of Selected Plant Families, Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew.
- “Mazus Novaezeelandiae.” New Zealand Plant Conservation Network.
- “Mazus Novaezeelandiae.” Pacific Island Ecosystems at Risk (PIER).
