Plinia nicaraguensis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Barrie
Source:
wcs
Year:
2004
Citation Micro:
Novon 14: 392 (2004)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000799051
Common Names
- Plinia nicaraguensis
- Nicaraguan Plinia
- Nicaraguense Plinia
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Plinia nicaraguensis (also called Nicaraguan Plinia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Myrtaceae family. It is native to South America. It is a shrub, growing up to 4 m tall, with opposite, entire leaves and white flowers. It grows in tropical and subtropical forests, woodlands, and scrublands.
Uses & Benefits
Plinia nicaraguensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Plinia nicaraguensis is a white, five-petaled flower. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedling is a small, round, dark green plant.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Plinia nicaraguensis is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub or small tree that can reach up to 8 m in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seeds or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained potting mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and treated with a rooting hormone before planting in a well-drained potting mix.
Where to Find Plinia nicaraguensis
Plinia nicaraguensis is native to Nicaragua. It is found in humid montane forests, at altitudes of up to 1,500 m.
Plinia nicaraguensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Plinia nicaraguensis?
Plinia nicaraguensis
Where is Plinia nicaraguensis found?
Plinia nicaraguensis is found in the Caribbean region of Central America.
What type of plant is Plinia nicaraguensis?
Plinia nicaraguensis is a shrub or small tree.
Species in the Plinia genus
Plinia abeggii, Plinia anonyma, Plinia asa-grayi, Plinia baracoensis, Plinia brachybotrya, Plinia callosa, Plinia caricensis, Plinia cauliflora, Plinia cidrensis, Plinia clausa, Plinia cordifolia, Plinia coronata, Plinia costata, Plinia cubensis, Plinia dermatodes, Plinia duplipilosa, Plinia edulis, Plinia ekmaniana, Plinia formosa, Plinia grandifolia, Plinia hatschbachii, Plinia icardiana, Plinia inflata, Plinia involucrata, Plinia microcycla, Plinia moaensis, Plinia muricata, Plinia oblongata, Plinia orthoclada, Plinia peroblata, Plinia phitrantha, Plinia pinnata, Plinia povedae, Plinia punctata, Plinia puriscalensis, Plinia ramosissima, Plinia rara, Plinia recurvata, Plinia renatiana, Plinia rivularis, Plinia rogersiana, Plinia salticola, Plinia spiciflora, Plinia spirito-santensis, Plinia stenophylla, Plinia complanata, Plinia cuspidata, Plinia pauciflora, Plinia cerrocampanensis, Plinia coclensis,
Species in the Myrtaceae family
Acca lanuginosa, Acca macrostema, Accara elegans, Actinodium cunninghamii, Agonis baxteri, Agonis flexuosa, Agonis grandiflora, Agonis theiformis, Agonis undulata, Agonis hypericifolia, Algrizea macrochlamys, Algrizea minor, Allosyncarpia ternata, Aluta appressa, Aluta aspera, Aluta maisonneuvei, Aluta quadrata, Aluta teres, Amomyrtella irregularis, Amomyrtella guilii, Amomyrtus luma, Amomyrtus meli, Angophora bakeri, Angophora clelandi, Angophora costata, Angophora crassifolia, Angophora dichromophloia, Angophora euryphylla, Angophora exul, Angophora floribunda, Angophora hispida, Angophora inopina, Angophora leiocarpa, Angophora melanoxylon, Angophora paludosa, Angophora robur, Angophora subvelutina, Angophora woodsiana, Angophora clelandii, Anticoryne diosmoides, Anticoryne ovalifolia, Anticoryne melanosperma, Archirhodomyrtus baladensis, Archirhodomyrtus beckleri, Archirhodomyrtus paitensis, Archirhodomyrtus turbinata, Archirhodomyrtus vieillardii, Arillastrum gummiferum, Astartea aspera, Astartea corniculata,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-337454: Based on the initial data import
Fred Barrie (b.1948): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Barrie' in the authors string.