Herrania nitida - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Poepp.) R.E.Schult.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1943
Citation Micro:
Caldasia 2: 16 (1943)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000720855
Common Names
- Nitid Herrania
- Herrania Nitida
- Nitida Herrania
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Herrania nitida (also called Shiny Herrania, among many other common names) is a small tree or shrub that grows up to 5 meters tall. It is native to Central and South America and is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests and swamps. It has simple, alternate leaves and small yellow-green flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Herrania nitida is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover in landscaping. It is also used to attract butterflies and bees to the garden.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Herrania nitida for. sphenophylla (R.E.Schult.) R.E.Schult.Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Herrania nitida has small white flowers with a yellow center. The seed is small and round with a dark brown color. The seedlings are small and thin with a single stem and two small leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Herrania nitida is a hardy, evergreen perennial with a clumping habit. It is best grown in full sun to partial shade and in well-drained soil. Propagate by division or cuttings.
Where to Find Herrania nitida
Herrania nitida is found in the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.
Herrania nitida FAQ
What is the scientific name of Herrania nitida?
Herrania nitida
What type of plant is Herrania nitida?
Herb
What is the natural habitat of Herrania nitida?
Grasslands and open woodlands
Species in the Herrania genus
Herrania albiflora, Herrania camargoana, Herrania lemniscata, Herrania nitida, Herrania amazonica, Herrania laciniifolia, Herrania pulcherrima, Herrania purpurea, Herrania cuatrecasasiana, Herrania kofanorum, Herrania mariae, Herrania nycterodendron, Herrania balaensis, Herrania dugandii, Herrania breviligulata, Herrania umbratica, Herrania kanukuensis, Herrania tomentella,
Species in the Malvaceae family
Abelmoschus angulosus, Abelmoschus caillei, Abelmoschus crinitus, Abelmoschus esculentus, Abelmoschus ficulneus, Abelmoschus hostilis, Abelmoschus magnificus, Abelmoschus manihot, Abelmoschus moschatus, Abelmoschus muliensis, Abelmoschus sagittifolius, Abelmoschus enbeepeegearensis, Abroma augustum, Abutilon abutiloides, Abutilon affine, Abutilon alii, Abutilon amplum, Abutilon andrewsianum, Abutilon andrieuxii, Abutilon anglosomaliae, Abutilon angulatum, Abutilon anodoides, Abutilon appendiculatum, Abutilon arenarium, Abutilon arequipense, Abutilon auritum, Abutilon austroafricanum, Abutilon badium, Abutilon balansae, Abutilon bastardioides, Abutilon benedictum, Abutilon berlandieri, Abutilon bidentatum, Abutilon bracteosum, Abutilon buchii, Abutilon burandtii, Abutilon bussei, Abutilon californicum, Abutilon calliphyllum, Abutilon carinatum, Abutilon coahuilae, Abutilon commutatum, Abutilon cryptopetalum, Abutilon cuspidatum, Abutilon densiflorum, Abutilon dinteri, Abutilon dispermum, Abutilon divaricatum, Abutilon dugesii, Abutilon durandoi,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2847195: Based on the initial data import
Eduard Friedrich Poeppig (1798-1868): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Poepp.' in the authors string.
Richard Evans Schultes (1915-2001): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.E.Schult.' in the authors string.