Status:
valid
Authors:
(Phil.) O.Toro, Mort & Al-Shehbaz
Source:
ipni
Year:
2014
Citation Micro:
Pl. Syst. Evol. 301: 1388 (2014)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001342438
Common Names
- Atacama Nivea
- White Atacama
- Atacama Snow
Description
Atacama nivea (also called White Atacama, White Atacama Plant, and White Atacama Flower, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub that grows to a height of 0.3-0.6 m. It has small, waxy leaves and white flowers. It is native to South America and is found in dry, rocky habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Atacama nivea is a succulent plant that is often used as an ornamental in gardens and as a cut flower in floral arrangements. It is also used medicinally to treat skin infections and reduce inflammation.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Atacama nivea is small and white with five petals. The seed is small and round with a dark brown colour. The seedlings are thin and green with small leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Atacama nivea is a hardy, evergreen shrub that grows best in dry, well-drained soil in full sun to partial shade. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a dry, well-drained potting mix and kept at a temperature of 70-80°F (21-27°C). Cuttings should be taken in the spring or summer and rooted in a dry, well-drained potting mix.
Where to Find Atacama nivea
Atacama nivea can be found in Chile.
Atacama nivea FAQ
What is the scientific name of Atacama nivea?
Atacama nivea
What type of plant is Atacama nivea?
It is an evergreen shrub
Where is Atacama nivea found?
It is found in the Atacama Desert in Chile
Species in the Atacama genus
Species in the Brassicaceae family
Abdra brachycarpa,
Abdra aprica,
Acuston perenne,
Aethionema rhodopaeum,
Aethionema alanyae,
Aethionema arabicum,
Aethionema armenum,
Aethionema capitatum,
Aethionema carlsbergii,
Aethionema carneum,
Aethionema cephalanthum,
Aethionema cordatum,
Aethionema coridifolium,
Aethionema demirizii,
Aethionema diastrophis,
Aethionema dumanii,
Aethionema edentulum,
Aethionema eunomioides,
Aethionema fimbriatum,
Aethionema froedinii,
Aethionema gileadense,
Aethionema glaucinum,
Aethionema grandiflorum,
Aethionema heterocarpum,
Aethionema heterophyllum,
Aethionema huber-morathii,
Aethionema karamanicum,
Aethionema lepidioides,
Aethionema levandowskyi,
Aethionema lycium,
Aethionema marashicum,
Aethionema membranaceum,
Aethionema munzurense,
Aethionema orbiculatum,
Aethionema papillosum,
Aethionema retsina,
Aethionema saxatile,
Aethionema schistosum,
Aethionema semnanensis,
Aethionema speciosum,
Aethionema spicatum,
Aethionema stylosum,
Aethionema subulatum,
Aethionema syriacum,
Aethionema thesiifolium,
Aethionema thomasianum,
Aethionema transhyrcanum,
Aethionema turcicum,
Aethionema umbellatum,
Aethionema virgatum,
References
Oscar Toro Nuñez: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'O.Toro' in the authors string.
Mark E. Mort: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mort' in the authors string.