Status:
valid
Authors:
Labill.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1805
Citation Micro:
Nov. Holl. Pl. 1: 36 (1805)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000593825
Common Names
- Cenarrhenes nitida
- Shiny Cenarrhenes
- Nitida Cenarrhenes
Description
Cenarrhenes nitida (also called Shining cenarrhenes, among many other common names) is a deciduous shrub native to North America. It has a rounded crown and a short trunk, and grows up to 5 meters tall. It is found in moist forests, thickets, and along streams and rivers.
Uses & Benefits
Cenarrhenes nitida is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a food crop in some parts of the world. It has been used in traditional medicine to treat fever, inflammation, and other ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Cenarrhenes nitida has small, white flowers that are arranged in clusters. The seeds are small, brown, and oval-shaped. The seedlings have a single stem with oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Cenarrhenes nitida can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or autumn in a well-drained, sandy soil. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and rooted in a sandy soil. The plant prefers full sun and can tolerate some drought.
Where to Find Cenarrhenes nitida
Cenarrhenes nitida is native to Mexico and can be found in tropical and subtropical forests.
Cenarrhenes nitida FAQ
What is the scientific name of Cenarrhenes nitida?
Cenarrhenes nitida
What is the common name of Cenarrhenes nitida?
Shining Cenarrhenes
What is the natural habitat of Cenarrhenes nitida?
Dry to moist forests, woodlands, and thickets
Species in the Cenarrhenes genus
Species in the Proteaceae family
Acidonia microcarpa,
Adenanthos acanthophyllus,
Adenanthos apiculatus,
Adenanthos argyreus,
Adenanthos barbigerus,
Adenanthos cacomorphus,
Adenanthos cuneatus,
Adenanthos cunninghamii,
Adenanthos cygnorum,
Adenanthos detmoldii,
Adenanthos dobagii,
Adenanthos dobsonii,
Adenanthos drummondii,
Adenanthos ellipticus,
Adenanthos eyrei,
Adenanthos filifolius,
Adenanthos flavidiflorus,
Adenanthos forrestii,
Adenanthos glabrescens,
Adenanthos gracilipes,
Adenanthos ileticos,
Adenanthos intermedius,
Adenanthos intricatus,
Adenanthos labillardierei,
Adenanthos linearis,
Adenanthos macropodianus,
Adenanthos meisneri,
Adenanthos obovatus,
Adenanthos oreophilus,
Adenanthos pamelus,
Adenanthos pungens,
Adenanthos sericeus,
Adenanthos strictus,
Adenanthos teges,
Adenanthos terminalis,
Adenanthos velutinus,
Adenanthos venosus,
Agastachys odorata,
Alloxylon brachycarpum,
Alloxylon flammeum,
Alloxylon pinnatum,
Alloxylon wickhamii,
Athertonia diversifolia,
Aulax cancellata,
Aulax pallasia,
Aulax umbellata,
Austromuellera trinervia,
Austromuellera valida,
Banksia acanthopoda,
Banksia acuminata,