Nivenia levynsiae - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Weim.
Source:
iplants
Year:
1940
Citation Micro:
Svensk Bot. Tidskr. 34: 364 (1940)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000785343
Common Names
- Levynsiae Nivenia
- Levyns' Nivenia
- Levyns' Star-flower
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Nivenia levynsiae (also called Levyns' Nivenia, among many other common names) is a shrub that grows up to 1 m in height. It is native to South Africa and is found in rocky grassland and scrub.
Uses & Benefits
Nivenia levynsiae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and for its medicinal properties. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Nivenia levynsiae is white, with a yellow center. The seed is a small, round-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, dark green, and have a single, upright stem.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Nivenia levynsiae is a small, evergreen shrub that grows up to 1 m (3 ft) tall. It has glossy, dark green leaves and small, white flowers. Cultivation and propagation: Nivenia levynsiae is easy to grow in well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. It is best propagated by cuttings in spring or summer.
Where to Find Nivenia levynsiae
Nivenia levynsiae can be found in the western parts of South Africa, in grassland and rocky areas.
Nivenia levynsiae FAQ
What is the scientific name of Nivenia levynsiae?
Nivenia levynsiae
What is the common name of Nivenia levynsiae?
Levyns' nivenia
What is the natural habitat of Nivenia levynsiae?
Grassland and rocky slopes
Species in the Nivenia genus
Species in the Iridaceae family
Alophia drummondii, Alophia intermedia, Alophia medusa, Alophia silvestris, Alophia veracruzana, Aristea abyssinica, Aristea africana, Aristea alata, Aristea anceps, Aristea angolensis, Aristea angustifolia, Aristea bakeri, Aristea bequaertii, Aristea biflora, Aristea cantharophila, Aristea capitata, Aristea cladocarpa, Aristea compressa, Aristea cuspidata, Aristea dichotoma, Aristea djalonis, Aristea ecklonii, Aristea fimbriata, Aristea flexicaulis, Aristea galpinii, Aristea glauca, Aristea goetzei, Aristea grandis, Aristea humbertii, Aristea inaequalis, Aristea juncifolia, Aristea kitchingii, Aristea latifolia, Aristea lugens, Aristea madagascariensis, Aristea montana, Aristea monticola, Aristea nyikensis, Aristea oligocephala, Aristea palustris, Aristea parviflora, Aristea pauciflora, Aristea platycaulis, Aristea polycephala, Aristea pusilla, Aristea racemosa, Aristea ranomafana, Aristea recisa, Aristea rigidifolia, Aristea rupicola,
References
August Henning Weimarck (1903-1980): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Weim.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:440439-1: Based on the initial data import