Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
nigricans
ID:
238436

Status:
valid

Authors:
Tul.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1851

Citation Micro:
Ann. Sci. Nat., Bot. , sér. 3, 15: 225 (1851)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000237768



Common Names

  • Antidesma nigricans
  • Nigricans Antidesma
  • Nigricans Berry


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Synonyms

  • Antidesma alexiteria Willd. [illegitimate]
  • Antidesma bunius Wall. [unknown]
  • Antidesma flexuosum Tul. [unknown]
  • Antidesma oblongatum Müll.Arg. [unknown]

Description

Antidesma nigricans (also called 'Black 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 nigricans is a popular ornamental plant, used to decorate gardens and homes. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Antidesma nigricans has a small, white flower with a yellow lip. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Antidesma nigricans 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 nigricans

Antidesma nigricans is native to India, Nepal, and Sri Lanka.

Antidesma nigricans FAQ

What is the scientific name of Antidesma nigricans?

Antidesma nigricans

What type of plant is Antidesma nigricans?

Antidesma nigricans is a species of shrub or small tree.

Where is Antidesma nigricans found?

Antidesma nigricans 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-12193: Based on the initial data import
Edmond Tulasne (1815-1885): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Tul.' in the authors string.