Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Celastrales
Species:
nervosa
ID:
466046

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Miers) A.C.Sm.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1940

Citation Micro:
Brittonia 3: 370 (1940)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000465378

Common Names

  • Nervous Pristimera
  • Pristimera
  • Nervosa

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Synonyms

  • Sicyomorpha nervosa Miers [unknown]
  • Hippocratea nervosa (Miers) J.F.Macbr. [unknown]
  • Hippocratea ulei Loes. [unknown]
  • Salacia arborescens Rusby [unknown]

Description

Pristimera nervosa (also called 'Nervous Pristimera', among many other common names) is a perennial herb with a single, erect, green, lanceolate leaf. It is native to South America and grows in wet forests and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Pristimera nervosa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating fever, cough, and other respiratory ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Pristimera nervosa is white with a yellow center, and the seed is a small, dark brown nut. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pristimera nervosa can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a warm, moist environment and kept at a temperature of around 22°C. Division should be done in the spring or autumn and the divisions should be planted in a moist, sandy soil.

Where to Find Pristimera nervosa

Pristimera nervosa can be found in the tropical regions of Central and South America.

Pristimera nervosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pristimera nervosa?

Pristimera nervosa

What is the common name of Pristimera nervosa?

Nerve Pristimera

What is the natural habitat of Pristimera nervosa?

Tropical and subtropical moist montane forests

Species in the Pristimera genus

Pristimera andongensis, Pristimera glaga, Pristimera breteleri, Pristimera biholongii, Pristimera luteoviridis, Pristimera plumbea, Pristimera paniculata, Pristimera mouilensis, Pristimera verrucosa, Pristimera tenuiflora, Pristimera nervosa, Pristimera celastroides, Pristimera klaineana, Pristimera scheffleri, Pristimera staudtii, Pristimera tisserantii, Pristimera peglerae, Pristimera dewildemaniana, Pristimera brianii, Pristimera goetzei, Pristimera arnottiana, Pristimera delagoensis, Pristimera fimbriata, Pristimera unguiculata, Pristimera atractaspis, Pristimera austin-smithii, Pristimera tetramera, Pristimera tulasnei, Pristimera bojeri, Pristimera malifolia, Pristimera holdeniana, Pristimera polyantha, Pristimera longipetiolata, Pristimera dariense, Pristimera coriacea, Pristimera caudata, Pristimera sclerophylla,

Species in the Celastraceae family

Acanthothamnus aphyllus, Allocassine laurifolia, Anthodon decussatus, Anthodon panamense, Apatophyllum constablei, Apatophyllum flavovirens, Apatophyllum macgillivrayi, Apatophyllum olsenii, Apatophyllum teretifolium, Apodostigma pallens, Arnicratea cambodiana, Arnicratea ferruginea, Bequaertia mucronata, Brassiantha pentamera, Brassiantha hedraiantheroides, Brexia alaticarpa, Brexia australis, Brexia madagascariensis, Brexia marioniae, Brexiella cymosa, Brexiella ilicifolia, Campylostemon angolense, Campylostemon bequaertii, Campylostemon danckelmannianus, Campylostemon laurentii, Campylostemon lindequistianus, Campylostemon mitophorus, Campylostemon warneckeanum, Canotia holacantha, Canotia wendtii, Cassine albens, Cassine balae, Cassine burkeana, Cassine congylos, Cassine grossa, Cassine kedarnathii, Cassine koordersii, Cassine megaphylla, Cassine micrantha, Cassine obiensis, Cassine parvifolia, Cassine peragua, Cassine kamurensis, Catha edulis, Celastrus aculeatus, Celastrus angulata, Celastrus australis, Celastrus caseariifolius, Celastrus cuneatus, Celastrus flagellaris,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2530210: Based on the initial data import
Albert Charles Smith (1906-1999): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.C.Sm.' in the authors string.
John Miers (1789-1879): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Miers' in the authors string.