Santiria nigricans - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
nigricans
ID:
439779
Status:
valid
Authors:
Kochummen
Source:
ksu
Year:
1994
Citation Micro:
Sandakania 5: 89 (1994)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000439111
Common Names
- Santiria Nigricans
- Black Santiria
- Black-leaved Santiria
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Santiria nigricans (also called Black Santiria, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Rubiaceae family. It is native to Central and South America, and is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests. It is an evergreen shrub with a height of up to 3 meters. It has oblong leaves and white flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Santiria nigricans is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is known to attract butterflies and bees.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Santiria nigricans is a small, white bloom with five petals. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings are thin and delicate.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Santiria nigricans is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 3 m in height. It prefers a sunny position and well-drained soil. Propagate from seed or cuttings. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and should be rooted in a mix of sand and peat.
Where to Find Santiria nigricans
Santiria nigricans is native to the tropical rainforests of Colombia, Ecuador and Peru.
Santiria nigricans FAQ
What is the scientific name of Santiria nigricans?
Santiria nigricans
What is the family of Santiria nigricans?
Gesneriaceae
What is the common name of Santiria nigricans?
Black Santiria
Species in the Santiria genus
Santiria laevigata, Santiria megaphylla, Santiria grandiflora, Santiria trimera, Santiria griffithii, Santiria havilandii, Santiria impressinervis, Santiria kalkmaniana, Santiria mollis, Santiria sarawakana, Santiria rubiginosa, Santiria oblongifolia, Santiria nigricans, Santiria ridleyi, Santiria dacryodifolia, Santiria apiculata, Santiria conferta, Santiria tomentosa,
Species in the Burseraceae family
Ambilobea madagascariensis, Aucoumea klaineana, Beiselia mexicana, Boswellia globosa, Boswellia ameero, Boswellia bullata, Boswellia carteri, Boswellia dalzielii, Boswellia dioscoridis, Boswellia elongata, Boswellia frereana, Boswellia microphylla, Boswellia nana, Boswellia neglecta, Boswellia ogadensis, Boswellia ovalifoliolata, Boswellia papyrifera, Boswellia pirottae, Boswellia popoviana, Boswellia rivae, Boswellia sacra, Boswellia serrata, Boswellia socotrana, Bursera roseana, Bursera silviae, Bursera toledoana, Bursera altijuga, Bursera amplifolia, Bursera angustata, Bursera aptera, Bursera arida, Bursera ariensis, Bursera aromatica, Bursera aspleniifolia, Bursera attenuata, Bursera bicolor, Bursera biflora, Bursera bipinnata, Bursera bolivarii, Bursera bonetii, Bursera brunea, Bursera cerasifolia, Bursera chemapodicta, Bursera cinerea, Bursera citronella, Bursera collina, Bursera confusa, Bursera copallifera, Bursera coyucensis, Bursera crenata,
References
Kizhakkedathu Mathai Kochummen (1931-1999): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kochummen' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:982222-1: Based on the initial data import