Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
nicaraguensis
ID:
327542

Status:
valid

Authors:
Standl. & L.O.Williams

Source:
wcs

Year:
1950

Citation Micro:
Ceiba 1: 85 (1950)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000326874



Common Names

  • Nicaraguan Bernardia
  • Nicaraguan Shrub
  • Nicaraguan Tree


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Description

Bernardia nicaraguensis (also called B. nicaraguensis, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree with a smooth, gray bark and a rounded crown. It is native to Central America and Mexico, and grows in dry forests and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Bernardia nicaraguensis is used as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases, fever, and as an antispasmodic. It is also used as a food plant and as a source of fodder for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Bernardia nicaraguensis is yellowish-green in color and has a bell-shaped corolla. The seed is small, round and black in color. The seedlings are thin and have long, slender stems.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bernardia nicaraguensis is a shrub or small tree that prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by seed or cuttings. It can also be propagated by air layering.

Where to Find Bernardia nicaraguensis

Bernardia nicaraguensis is native to Nicaragua and Costa Rica.

Bernardia nicaraguensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bernardia nicaraguensis?

Bernardia nicaraguensis

What is the common name of Bernardia nicaraguensis?

Nicaraguan Bernardia

What is the natural habitat of Bernardia nicaraguensis?

Tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas

Species in the Bernardia genus

Bernardia alarici, Bernardia albida, Bernardia amazonica, Bernardia argentinensis, Bernardia asplundii, Bernardia axillaris, Bernardia brevipes, Bernardia caperoniifolia, Bernardia carpinifolia, Bernardia celastrinea, Bernardia chiapensis, Bernardia colombiana, Bernardia confertifolia, Bernardia corensis, Bernardia crassifolia, Bernardia dichotoma, Bernardia dodecandra, Bernardia flexuosa, Bernardia fruticulosa, Bernardia gambosa, Bernardia gardneri, Bernardia geniculata, Bernardia gentryana, Bernardia hagelundii, Bernardia hassleriana, Bernardia heteropilosa, Bernardia hirsutissima, Bernardia incana, Bernardia jacquiniana, Bernardia kochii, Bernardia lagunensis, Bernardia lanceifolia, Bernardia laurentii, Bernardia leptostachys, Bernardia longipedunculata, Bernardia macrophylla, Bernardia mayana, Bernardia mazatlana, Bernardia mexicana, Bernardia micrantha, Bernardia mollis, Bernardia multicaulis, Bernardia myricifolia, Bernardia nicaraguensis, Bernardia oblanceolata, Bernardia obovata, Bernardia odonellii, Bernardia ovalifolia, Bernardia ovata, Bernardia paraguariensis,

Species in the Euphorbiaceae family

Acalypha peckoltii, Acalypha peduncularis, Acalypha pendula, Acalypha perrieri, Acalypha persimilis, Acalypha peruviana, Acalypha pervilleana, Acalypha phleoides, Acalypha phyllonomifolia, Acalypha pilosa, Acalypha pippenii, Acalypha pittieri, Acalypha platyphylla, Acalypha pleiogyne, Acalypha plicata, Acalypha pohliana, Acalypha poiretii, Acalypha polymorpha, Acalypha polystachya, Acalypha portoricensis, Acalypha pruinosa, Acalypha pruriens, Acalypha pseudalopecuroides, Acalypha pseudovagans, Acalypha psilostachya, Acalypha pubiflora, Acalypha pulchrespicata, Acalypha punctata, Acalypha purpurascens, Acalypha purpusii, Acalypha pycnantha, Acalypha pygmaea, Acalypha radians, Acalypha radicans, Acalypha radinostachya, Acalypha radula, Acalypha radula, Acalypha rafaelensis, Acalypha raivavensis, Acalypha rapensis, Acalypha reflexa, Acalypha repanda, Acalypha retifera, Acalypha rhombifolia, Acalypha rhomboidea, Acalypha richardiana, Acalypha riedeliana, Acalypha rivularis, Acalypha rottleroides, Acalypha rubrinervis,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-20748: Based on the initial data import
Paul Carpenter Standley (1884-1963): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Standl.' in the authors string.
Louis Otho Williams (1908-1991): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.O.Williams' in the authors string.