Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Boraginales
Genus:
Species:
nitida
ID:
509984

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Ern) D.C.Thomas

Source:
cmp

Year:
2008

Citation Micro:
Taxon 57: 94 (2008)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000509316



Common Names

  • Glandora nitida
  • Shiny Glandora
  • Shiny Daisy


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Synonyms

  • Lithodora nitida (Ern) R.Fernandes [unknown]
  • Lithospermum oleifolium nitidum Ern [unknown]

Description

Glandora nitida (also called Shiny Glandora, among many other common names) is a shrub native to the Mediterranean. It grows in dry habitats, as well as in disturbed areas. It has yellow flowers and oval-shaped leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Glandora nitida is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It has a high ornamental value due to its showy flowers and attractive foliage. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Glandora nitida has yellow flowers and small, dark brown seeds. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Glandora nitida is a tropical plant native to Madagascar. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers a warm, humid climate and well-drained soil. It should be planted in full sun and watered regularly. Fertilize with a balanced fertilizer every 6-8 weeks during the growing season.

Where to Find Glandora nitida

Glandora nitida can be found in the Mediterranean region and parts of North Africa.

Glandora nitida FAQ

What is the scientific name of Glandora nitida?

Glandora nitida

What is the common name of Glandora nitida?

Shiny glandora

What is the natural habitat of Glandora nitida?

Shiny glandora is native to the temperate forests of eastern Asia, including Japan, China, Korea, and the Russian Far East.

Species in the Boraginaceae family

Actinocarya acaulis, Actinocarya tibetica, Adelocaryum coelestinum, Adelocaryum flexuosum, Adelocaryum malabaricum, Adelocaryum nebulicola, Adelocaryum lambertianum, Aegonychon purpurocaeruleum, Aegonychon zollingeri, Aegonychon purpurea-coeruleum, Aegonychon calabricum, Aegonychon calabrum, Afrotysonia africana, Afrotysonia glochidiata, Afrotysonia pilosicaulis, Alkanna amana, Alkanna angustifolia, Alkanna areolata, Alkanna attilae, Alkanna aucheriana, Alkanna auranitica, Alkanna bracteosa, Alkanna caliensis, Alkanna cappadocica, Alkanna confusa, Alkanna corcyrensis, Alkanna cordifolia, Alkanna dumanii, Alkanna frigida, Alkanna froedinii, Alkanna galilaea, Alkanna graeca, Alkanna haussknechtii, Alkanna hellenica, Alkanna hirsutissima, Alkanna hispida, Alkanna incana, Alkanna intercedens, Alkanna jordanovii, Alkanna kotschyana, Alkanna leiocarpa, Alkanna leptophylla, Alkanna lutea, Alkanna macrophylla, Alkanna macrosiphon, Alkanna maleolens, Alkanna megacarpa, Alkanna methanaea, Alkanna milliana, Alkanna mughlae,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2607207: Based on the initial data import
Hartmut Ern (b.1935): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ern' in the authors string.
Daniel C. Thomas: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.C.Thomas' in the authors string.