Promenaea nigricans - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
nigricans
ID:
284035
Status:
valid
Authors:
Königer & J.G.Weinm.bis
Source:
wcs
Year:
1995
Citation Micro:
Arcula 4: 113 (1995)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000283367
Common Names
- Promenaea Nigricans
- Nigricans Promenaea
- Nigricans's Promenaea
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Promenaea nigricans (also called Black Promenaea, among many other common names) is a species of orchid native to Brazil, Paraguay and Argentina. It grows in wet forests, usually in the shade of taller trees, and has a creeping habit. Its leaves are oval-shaped and its flowers are white with yellow-green stripes.
Uses & Benefits
Promenaea nigricans is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used to make herbal teas and medicines.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Promenaea nigricans has small, yellow flowers with a sweet scent. The seed is a small, round, black seed with a hard outer shell. The seedling is a small, green plant with a single stem and small, spiky leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Promenaea nigricans is a low-growing, evergreen perennial groundcover that grows up to 6 inches (15 cm) tall. It is native to Brazil. It can be propagated by division or cuttings. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate a wide range of soil types.
Where to Find Promenaea nigricans
Promenaea nigricans can be found in Brazil.
Promenaea nigricans FAQ
What is the scientific name of Promenaea nigricans?
Promenaea nigricans
What type of environment does Promenaea nigricans grow in?
Tropical rainforests
What are the common uses of Promenaea nigricans?
Ornamental, timber, and medicinal uses
Species in the Promenaea genus
Promenaea acuminata, Promenaea catharinensis, Promenaea dusenii, Promenaea fuerstenbergiana, Promenaea guttata, Promenaea malmquistiana, Promenaea microptera, Promenaea nigricans, Promenaea ovatiloba, Promenaea paranaensis, Promenaea rollissonii, Promenaea silvana, Promenaea sincorana, Promenaea stapelioides, Promenaea xanthina, Promenaea viridiflora,
Species in the Orchidaceae family
Aa fiebrigii, Aa hartwegii, Aa hieronymi, Aa leucantha, Aa lorentzii, Aa macra, Aa achalensis, Aa maderoi, Aa mandonii, Aa matthewsii, Aa microtidis, Aa paleacea, Aa argyrolepis, Aa riobambae, Aa rosei, Aa schickendanzii, Aa sphaeroglossa, Aa trilobulata, Aa weddelliana, Aa aurantiaca, Aa calceata, Aa colombiana, Aa denticulata, Aa erosa, Aa figueroi, Aa lozanoi, Aa lehmannii, Acampe carinata, Acampe cephalotes, Acampe ochracea, Acampe pachyglossa, Acampe praemorsa, Acampe joiceyana, Acampe hulae, Acanthophippium bicolor, Acanthophippium chrysoglossum, Acanthophippium curtisii, Acanthophippium eburneum, Acanthophippium gougahense, Acanthophippium javanicum, Acanthophippium lilacinum, Acanthophippium mantinianum, Acanthophippium parviflorum, Acanthophippium pictum, Acanthophippium splendidum, Acanthophippium striatum, Acanthophippium sylhetense, Acanthophippium curtisii, Achlydosa glandulosa, Acianthera aculeata,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-165650: Based on the initial data import
Willibald Königer (1934-1989): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Königer' in the authors string.
Johann Georg Weinmann (b.1948): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.G.Weinm.bis' in the authors string.