Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Family:
Species:
nitidula
ID:
539117

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Benth.) T.D.Penn. ex Mabb.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1985

Citation Micro:
Blumea 31: 133 (1985)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000538449



Common Names

  • Anthocarapa Nitidula
  • Shiny Daisy
  • Shiny Daisy Bush


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Synonyms

  • Amoora balansana C.DC. [unknown]
  • Amoora nitidula Benth. [unknown]
  • Amoora vieillardii C.DC. [unknown]
  • Anthocarapa balansana Pierre [unknown]
  • Anthocarapa vieillardii Pierre [unknown]
  • Dysoxylum oubatchense Harms [unknown]
  • Pseudocarapa nitidula (Benth.) Merr. & L.M.Perry [unknown]

Description

Anthocarapa nitidula (also called Shiny Anthocarapa, among many other common names) is a small shrub with small, white flowers and thick, leathery leaves. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Anthocarapa nitidula is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Anthocarapa nitidula has small, yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Anthocarapa nitidula can be propagated by division or by seed. It should be grown in a sunny spot in well-drained soil. It prefers a moist soil and should be watered regularly. Fertilize the plant in spring and summer with a balanced fertilizer.

Where to Find Anthocarapa nitidula

Anthocarapa nitidula is native to the tropical forests of Central and South America.

Anthocarapa nitidula FAQ

What is the scientific name of Anthocarapa nitidula?

Anthocarapa nitidula

What type of plant is Anthocarapa nitidula?

It is a perennial herbaceous plant.

Where is Anthocarapa nitidula found?

It is found in the western United States and Canada.

Species in the Anthocarapa genus

Species in the Meliaceae family

Aglaia cooperae, Aglaia agglomerata, Aglaia aherniana, Aglaia amplexicaulis, Aglaia angustifolia, Aglaia apiocarpa, Aglaia archboldiana, Aglaia argentea, Aglaia australiensis, Aglaia barbanthera, Aglaia basiphylla, Aglaia beccarii, Aglaia brassii, Aglaia breviracemosa, Aglaia brownii, Aglaia bullata, Aglaia ceramica, Aglaia chittagonga, Aglaia conferta, Aglaia coriacea, Aglaia costata, Aglaia crassinervia, Aglaia cremea, Aglaia cucullata, Aglaia cumingiana, Aglaia cuspidata, Aglaia densisquama, Aglaia densitricha, Aglaia edulis, Aglaia elaeagnoidea, Aglaia elliptica, Aglaia erythrosperma, Aglaia euryanthera, Aglaia evansensis, Aglaia eximia, Aglaia exstipulata, Aglaia flavescens, Aglaia flavida, Aglaia forbesii, Aglaia foveolata, Aglaia fragilis, Aglaia glabrata, Aglaia gracilis, Aglaia grandis, Aglaia heterotricha, Aglaia hiernii, Aglaia ijzermannii, Aglaia integrifolia, Aglaia korthalsii, Aglaia lancilimba,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2641564: Based on the initial data import
George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
David Mabberley (b.1948): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mabb.' in the authors string.
Terence Dale Pennington (b.1938): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'T.D.Penn.' in the authors string.