Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
castanea
ID:
383371

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Cuatrec.) W.R.Anderson

Source:
cmp

Year:
2006

Citation Micro:
Novon 16: 199 (2006)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000382703



Common Names

  • Castanea Niedenzuella
  • Umbrella Sedge
  • Papyrus Sedge


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Synonyms

  • Mascagnia castanea (Cuatrec.) W.R.Anderson [unknown]
  • Heteropterys castanea Cuatrec. [unknown]

Description

Niedenzuella castanea (also called Chestnut niedenzuella, among many other common names) is a perennial grass-like plant that grows to a height of 1 m. It is native to the tropical regions of South America and is found in moist, shady areas such as riverbanks and wetlands.

Uses & Benefits

Niedenzuella castanea is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover. It is also used medicinally to treat skin ailments, fever, and malaria.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Niedenzuella castanea has small, white flowers that are arranged in a spike-like inflorescence. The seed is small and black in color. The seedlings are thin and have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Niedenzuella castanea is a perennial grass-like plant that is native to South America. It is a low-growing plant that spreads by rhizomes and produces small, yellow-green flowers. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil, and can be propagated by division or seed. It is drought tolerant and can be grown in USDA Hardiness Zones 8-10.

Where to Find Niedenzuella castanea

Niedenzuella castanea can be found in Colombia and Ecuador.

Niedenzuella castanea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Niedenzuella castanea?

Niedenzuella castanea

What is the family of Niedenzuella castanea?

Celastraceae

What is the common name of Niedenzuella castanea?

Chestnut niedenzuella

Species in the Malpighiaceae family

Acmanthera cowanii, Acmanthera duckei, Acmanthera fernandesii, Acmanthera latifolia, Acmanthera longifolia, Acmanthera minima, Acmanthera parviflora, Acridocarpus adenophorus, Acridocarpus alopecurus, Acridocarpus alternifolius, Acridocarpus austrocaledonicus, Acridocarpus ballyi, Acridocarpus camerunensis, Acridocarpus chevalieri, Acridocarpus chloropterus, Acridocarpus congestus, Acridocarpus congolensis, Acridocarpus excelsus, Acridocarpus glaucescens, Acridocarpus hirundo, Acridocarpus humbertii, Acridocarpus humblotii, Acridocarpus katangensis, Acridocarpus ledermannii, Acridocarpus longifolius, Acridocarpus macrocalyx, Acridocarpus mayumbensis, Acridocarpus monodii, Acridocarpus natalitius, Acridocarpus oppositifolius, Acridocarpus orientalis, Acridocarpus pauciglandulosus, Acridocarpus perrieri, Acridocarpus plagiopterus, Acridocarpus prasinus, Acridocarpus scheffleri, Acridocarpus smeathmannii, Acridocarpus socotranus, Acridocarpus spectabilis, Acridocarpus staudtii, Acridocarpus ugandensis, Acridocarpus vanderystii, Acridocarpus vivy, Acridocarpus zanzibaricus, Adelphia hiraea, Adelphia macrophylla, Adelphia mirabilis, Adelphia platyrachis, Aenigmatanthera doniana, Aenigmatanthera lasiandra,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2385884: Based on the initial data import
José Cuatrecasas (1903-1996): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cuatrec.' in the authors string.
William Russell Anderson (1942-2013): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'W.R.Anderson' in the authors string.