Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Genus:
Species:
nimanimae
ID:
612462

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Tul.) Krug & Urb.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1896

Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 21: 540 (1896)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000611794



Common Names

  • Cleyera Obovata
  • Xyris Kradungensis
  • Cleyera Obscurinervia


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Synonyms

  • Cleyera nimanimae viridula Krug & Urb. [unknown]
  • Eurya nimanimae (Tul.) Melch. [unknown]
  • Freziera nimanimae Tul. [unknown]

Description

Cleyera nimanimae (also called Nimanimae's Cleyera, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub with white flowers and long fruits that grows in the tropical regions of Central and South America.

Uses & Benefits

Cleyera nimanimae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used medicinally to treat fever, colds, and headaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Cleyera nimanimae is white in color and has five petals. The seed is small and round, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cleyera nimanimae is a small, evergreen shrub native to South Africa. It is easy to propagate from cuttings. Take semi-ripe cuttings in late summer or autumn and pot them up in a well-draining potting mix. Keep the cuttings in a warm, bright spot and water regularly. Once the roots have developed, the cuttings can be transplanted into the garden.

Where to Find Cleyera nimanimae

Cleyera nimanimae can be found in India, Nepal, and Sri Lanka.

Cleyera nimanimae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cleyera nimanimae?

Cleyera nimanimae

Where is Cleyera nimanimae found?

It is found in Southeast Asia.

What type of plant is Cleyera nimanimae?

It is a shrub.

Species in the Pentaphylacaceae family

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References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2727787: Based on the initial data import
Ignatz Urban (1848-1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Urb.' in the authors string.
Karl Wilhelm Leopold Krug (1833-1898): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Krug' in the authors string.
Edmond Tulasne (1815-1885): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Tul.' in the authors string.