Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
nienkui
ID:
238426

Status:
valid

Authors:
Merr. & Chun

Source:
wcs

Year:
1935

Citation Micro:
Sunyatsenia 2: 263 (1935)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000237758



Common Names

  • Antidesma nienkui
  • Nienkui Antidesma
  • Nienkui Berry


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Description

Antidesma nienkui (also called 'Nienkui Antidesma', among many other common names) is a small shrub with long, thin stems and small, thin leaves. It is native to Southeast Asia and is found in humid tropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Antidesma nienkui is used in ornamental gardening and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Antidesma nienkui is a small, yellow flower with a white center. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, thin, and have a yellowish-green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Antidesma nienkui is an epiphytic orchid native to Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru. It prefers bright, indirect light and temperatures between 55-85°F (13-29°C). It can be propagated by division or by seed. To propagate by division, separate the offsets and replant in a well-draining potting mix. To propagate by seed, sow the seeds in a well-draining potting mix and keep the soil moist. The seedlings should emerge within a few weeks.

Where to Find Antidesma nienkui

Antidesma nienkui can be found in the Andes Mountains of Peru and Ecuador.

Antidesma nienkui FAQ

What is the scientific name of Antidesma nienkui?

Antidesma nienkui

What type of plant is Antidesma nienkui?

Antidesma nienkui is a species of shrub or small tree.

Where is Antidesma nienkui found?

Antidesma nienkui is found in Thailand.

Species in the Antidesma genus

Antidesma acidum, Antidesma alexiteria, Antidesma ambiguum, Antidesma annamense, Antidesma baccatum, Antidesma brachybotrys, Antidesma brevipes, Antidesma bunius, Antidesma catanduanense, Antidesma celebicum, Antidesma chalaranthum, Antidesma chonmon, Antidesma cochinchinense, Antidesma comptum, Antidesma concinnum, Antidesma contractum, Antidesma coriaceum, Antidesma costulatum, Antidesma cruciforme, Antidesma curranii, Antidesma cuspidatum, Antidesma dallachyanum, Antidesma digitaliforme, Antidesma eberhardtii, Antidesma edule, Antidesma elassophyllum, Antidesma elbertii, Antidesma erostre, Antidesma excavatum, Antidesma ferrugineum, Antidesma fleuryi, Antidesma forbesii, Antidesma fordii, Antidesma fruticosum, Antidesma fruticulosum, Antidesma ghaesembilla, Antidesma gillespieanum, Antidesma hainanense, Antidesma helferi, Antidesma heterophyllum, Antidesma japonicum, Antidesma jucundum, Antidesma kapuae, Antidesma khasianum, Antidesma kunstleri, Antidesma laciniatum, Antidesma laurifolium, Antidesma leucocladon, Antidesma leucopodum, Antidesma macgregorii,

Species in the Phyllanthaceae family

Actephila alanbakeri, Actephila saccata, Actephila albidula, Actephila anthelminthica, Actephila aurantiaca, Actephila collinsiae, Actephila daii, Actephila dolichopoda, Actephila excelsa, Actephila foetida, Actephila grandifolia, Actephila latifolia, Actephila lindleyi, Actephila longipedicellata, Actephila macrantha, Actephila mearsii, Actephila merrilliana, Actephila mooreana, Actephila nitidula, Actephila ovalis, Actephila petiolaris, Actephila pierrei, Actephila platysepala, Actephila puberula, Actephila sessilifolia, Actephila subsessilis, Actephila trichogyna, Actephila bella, Actephila championiae, Actephila flavescens, Actephila plicata, Actephila traceyi, Actephila venusta, Actephila vernicosa, Actephila forsteri, Amanoa almerindae, Amanoa anomala, Amanoa bracteosa, Amanoa caribaea, Amanoa congesta, Amanoa cupatensis, Amanoa glaucophylla, Amanoa gracillima, Amanoa guianensis, Amanoa muricata, Amanoa nanayensis, Amanoa neglecta, Amanoa oblongifolia, Amanoa sinuosa, Amanoa steyermarkii,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-12192: Based on the initial data import
Elmer Drew Merrill (1876-1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Merr.' in the authors string.
Woon Young Chun (1890-1971): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Chun' in the authors string.