Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
capensis
ID:
383104

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Thunb.) Lindb.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1868

Citation Micro:
Musc. Nov. Scand. : 290 (1868)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000382436



Common Names

  • Capensis Nymania
  • Capensis Water-Starwort
  • Capensis Marshwort


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Synonyms

  • Aitonia capensis Thunb. [unknown]
  • Carruthia capensis (Thunb.) Kuntze [unknown]

Description

Nymania capensis (also called Cape Nymania, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub with white flowers and evergreen leaves. It is native to Africa and is found in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Nymania capensis is used as an ornamental plant and as a ground cover. It is also used for erosion control and to reduce water runoff. The plant has medicinal properties and is used to treat fever, headaches, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Nymania capensis is a small, yellowish-green umbel, with each flower having three stamens. The seed is a small, three-sided nutlet. The seedlings are thin, grass-like and have a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Nymania capensis is a shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and does not require much maintenance.

Where to Find Nymania capensis

Nymania capensis is native to India, Nepal, and Bangladesh. It can be found in the foothills of the Himalayas.

Nymania capensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Nymania capensis?

Nymania capensis

What is the common name of Nymania capensis?

Cape Nymania

What is the natural habitat of Nymania capensis?

Nymania capensis is found in the coastal areas of South Africa.

Species in the Nymania 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-2385003: Based on the initial data import
Carl Peter Thunberg (1743-1828): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Thunb.' in the authors string.
Sextus Otto Lindberg (1835-1889): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lindb.' in the authors string.