Niphogeton josei - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Apiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
josei
ID:
1253533
Status:
valid
Authors:
Mathias & Constance
Source:
tro
Year:
1951
Citation Micro:
Univ. Calif. Publ. Bot. 23: 412 (1951)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001252871
Common Names
- Niphogeton josei
- Josei Niphogeton
- Josei Waterwort
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Niphogeton josei (also called Jose's Niphogeton, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Apiaceae. It is native to tropical regions in South America. It is found in moist, shady habitats, such as in forests and along streams.
Uses & Benefits
Niphogeton josei is a shrub that is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating fever, coughs, and colds.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Niphogeton josei has small, white flowers that are borne in clusters. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and delicate.
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Niphogeton josei can be propagated by seed or by division. Seeds should be sown in a light, well-drained soil and kept moist. Division can be done in spring or autumn. The plants should be divided into small clumps and planted in a light, well-drained soil.
Where to Find Niphogeton josei
Niphogeton josei is found in tropical and subtropical regions of the world, including Africa, India, Southeast Asia, and the Pacific Islands.
Niphogeton josei FAQ
What is the scientific name of Niphogeton josei?
Niphogeton josei
What is the natural habitat of Niphogeton josei?
It is found in the tropical forests of Central and South America.
What is the flowering season of Niphogeton josei?
It flowers in the spring months.
Species in the Niphogeton genus
Niphogeton scaber, Niphogeton lingula, Niphogeton chirripoi, Niphogeton kalbreyeri, Niphogeton colombiana, Niphogeton dissecta, Niphogeton pusilla, Niphogeton ternata, Niphogeton scabra, Niphogeton azorelloides, Niphogeton magna, Niphogeton stricta, Niphogeton sprucei, Niphogeton glaucescens, Niphogeton boliviana, Niphogeton fruticosa, Niphogeton cleefii, Niphogeton josei, Niphogeton killipiana,
Species in the Apiaceae family
Aciphylla anomala, Aciphylla aurea, Aciphylla cartilaginea, Aciphylla colensoi, Aciphylla congesta, Aciphylla crenulata, Aciphylla crosby-smithii, Aciphylla cuthbertiana, Aciphylla dieffenbachii, Aciphylla dissecta, Aciphylla divisa, Aciphylla dobsonii, Aciphylla ferox, Aciphylla flexuosa, Aciphylla glacialis, Aciphylla glaucescens, Aciphylla gracilis, Aciphylla hectori, Aciphylla hookeri, Aciphylla horrida, Aciphylla indurata, Aciphylla inermis, Aciphylla kirkii, Aciphylla latibracteata, Aciphylla lecomtei, Aciphylla leighii, Aciphylla lyallii, Aciphylla monroi, Aciphylla montana, Aciphylla multisecta, Aciphylla pinnatifida, Aciphylla polita, Aciphylla poppelwellii, Aciphylla scott-thomsonii, Aciphylla similis, Aciphylla simplex, Aciphylla simplicifolia, Aciphylla spedeni, Aciphylla squarrosa, Aciphylla stannensis, Aciphylla subflabellata, Aciphylla takahea, Aciphylla traillii, Aciphylla traversii, Aciphylla trifoliolata, Aciphylla verticillata, Acronema alpinum, Acronema astrantiifolium, Acronema brevipedicellatum, Acronema bryophilum,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record tro-50167052: Based on the initial data import
Mildred Esther Mathias (1906-1995): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mathias' in the authors string.
Lincoln Constance (1909-2001): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Constance' in the authors string.