Nietneria paniculata - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Dioscoreales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
paniculata
ID:
704721
Status:
valid
Authors:
Steyerm.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1951
Citation Micro:
Fieldiana, Bot. 28(1): 153 (1951)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000704054
Common Names
- Nietneria paniculata
- Panicled Nietneria
- Paniculata Nietneria
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Nietneria paniculata (also called Panicled Nietneria, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Gesneriaceae. It is a shrub with ovate to oblong-lanceolate leaves that are 4-10 cm long and 1.5-4 cm wide. It is native to Central America and South America, where it is found in wet montane forests.
Uses & Benefits
Nietneria paniculata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge. It is also used as a windbreak and to provide shade. The leaves of this plant are edible and can be used in salads and other dishes.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Nietneria paniculata is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, oval-shaped plants.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Nietneria paniculata is a perennial herbaceous plant that can be propagated by division or cuttings. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and partial shade. It can be grown in containers or in the ground.
Where to Find Nietneria paniculata
Nietneria paniculata is native to Central America. It is found in tropical rainforests, growing in moist, shady areas.
Nietneria paniculata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Nietneria paniculata?
Nietneria paniculata
What is the common name of Nietneria paniculata?
Panicled Nietneria
What is the natural habitat of Nietneria paniculata?
Tropical rainforest
Species in the Nietneria genus
Species in the Nartheciaceae family
Aletris alpestris, Aletris aurea, Aletris bracteata, Aletris capitata, Aletris cinerascens, Aletris farinosa, Aletris foliata, Aletris foliolosa, Aletris glabra, Aletris glandulifera, Aletris gracilis, Aletris laxiflora, Aletris lutea, Aletris megalantha, Aletris nana, Aletris obovata, Aletris pauciflora, Aletris pedicellata, Aletris scopulorum, Aletris spicata, Aletris stenoloba, Aletris tottenii, Aletris yaanica, Aletris simpliciflora, Aletris foliata, Lophiola aurea, Metanarthecium luteoviride, Narthecium reverchonii, Narthecium scardicum, Narthecium americanum, Narthecium ossifragum, Narthecium montanum, Narthecium asiaticum, Narthecium californicum, Narthecium balansae, Nietneria corymbosa, Nietneria paniculata,
References
Julian Alfred Steyermark (1909-1988): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Steyerm.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:170038-2: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.