Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Apiales
Family:
Species:
nodiflora
ID:
393500

Status:
valid

Authors:
Decne. ex Boiss.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1844

Citation Micro:
Ann. Sci. Nat., Bot. , sér. 3, 2: 88 (1844)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000392832



Common Names

  • Nodiflora Yam
  • Pycnocycla nodiflora
  • Nodiflora Yam


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Synonyms

  • Chamaesciadium nodiflorum (Decaisn. ex Boiss.) M.Hiroe [unknown]

Description

Pycnocycla nodiflora (also called 'Nodiflorous Pycnocycla', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Rubiaceae. It is a small shrub with small, white flowers and is native to the Mediterranean region. It grows in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Pycnocycla nodiflora is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a food crop. It has medicinal properties and is used to treat various ailments such as fever, skin diseases and digestive disorders.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Pycnocycla nodiflora is a small, white, bell-shaped flower. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedling is a small, light green shoot with two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pycnocycla nodiflora is a perennial herb that is propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can be grown in a variety of soils. It is best to water deeply and infrequently. Fertilize in spring with a balanced fertilizer.

Where to Find Pycnocycla nodiflora

Pycnocycla nodiflora is native to the Mediterranean region.

Pycnocycla nodiflora FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pycnocycla nodiflora?

Pycnocycla nodiflora

What is the common name of Pycnocycla nodiflora?

Nodding Cyclamen

What is the natural habitat of Pycnocycla nodiflora?

Woodlands, grasslands, and rocky areas

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

Edmond Boissier (1810-1885): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Boiss.' in the authors string.
Joseph Decaisne (1807-1882): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Decne.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:847709-1: Based on the initial data import