Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Genus:
Species:
nipensis
ID:
1239710

Status:
valid

Authors:
Vict. & León

Source:
tro

Year:
1948

Citation Micro:
Contr. Inst. Bot. Univ. Montréal 63: 55 (1948)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001239048



Common Names

  • Purdiaea nipensis
  • Nip Purdiaea
  • Nip Tree


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Description

Purdiaea nipensis (also called Nipa Purdiaea, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub that grows up to 3 meters in height. It is native to India and is found in wetland habitats, such as swamps and marshes.

Uses & Benefits

Purdiaea nipensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, inflammation, and skin diseases.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Purdiaea nipensis sub. maestrensis (Borhidi & Catasús) R.Berazaín & S.Rodr.Salg.
Purdiaea nipensis var. alainii Vict.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Purdiaea nipensis are small and white with a yellow center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Purdiaea nipensis is a perennial herbaceous plant that is native to the tropical and subtropical regions of South America. It is hardy in USDA zones 10-11 and prefers full sun to partial shade. It can be propagated by division or by seed. The seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil and kept moist until germination. Once established, it requires little maintenance and is drought tolerant.

Where to Find Purdiaea nipensis

Purdiaea nipensis can be found in India, from the Himalayas to the Deccan Plateau.

Purdiaea nipensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Purdiaea nipensis?

Purdiaea nipensis

What is the common name of Purdiaea nipensis?

Nip Purdiaea

What is the natural habitat of Purdiaea nipensis?

It is native to India and grows in tropical forests

Species in the Clethraceae family

Clethra formosa, Clethra tuxtlensis, Clethra purpusii, Clethra fragrans, Clethra acuminata, Clethra alcoceri, Clethra alexandri, Clethra alnifolia, Clethra arborea, Clethra arfakana, Clethra barbinervis, Clethra bodinieri, Clethra canescens, Clethra cardenasii, Clethra castaneifolia, Clethra chiapensis, Clethra consimilis, Clethra conzattiana, Clethra crispa, Clethra cubensis, Clethra cuneata, Clethra delavayi, Clethra elongata, Clethra fabri, Clethra fagifolia, Clethra fargesii, Clethra ferruginea, Clethra fimbriata, Clethra galeottiana, Clethra gelida, Clethra guyanensis, Clethra hartwegii, Clethra hendersonii, Clethra hondurensis, Clethra javanica, Clethra kaipoensis, Clethra kebarensis, Clethra licanioides, Clethra longispicata, Clethra luzmariae, Clethra macrophylla, Clethra mexicana, Clethra oaxacana, Clethra obovata, Clethra occidentalis, Clethra oleoides, Clethra ovalifolia, Clethra pachecoana, Clethra pachyphylla, Clethra papuana,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record tro-50100835: Based on the initial data import
Frère León (1871-1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'León' in the authors string.
Marie-Victorin (1885-1944): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Vict.' in the authors string.