Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Genus:
Species:
obtusissimus
ID:
477794

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Steud.) H.P.Linder

Source:
wcs

Year:
1984

Citation Micro:
Bothalia 15: 66 (1984)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000477126



Common Names

  • Nevillea obtusissimus
  • Obtusissimus Nevillea
  • Nevillea Obtusissimus


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Synonyms

  • Restio digitatus Nees [illegitimate]
  • Restio obtusissimus Steud. [unknown]

Description

Nevillea obtusissimus (also called Obtuse Nevillea, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Rubiaceae. It is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 8 m tall. It is native to the Indian Subcontinent, Southeast Asia, and New Guinea. It typically grows in forests, thickets, and along roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Nidularium amorimii is a popular houseplant due to its attractive foliage and low maintenance requirements. It can be used as a groundcover in shady areas, and its leaves can be used in flower arrangements. It is also known to be a natural air purifier, removing toxins from the air.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Nevillea obtusissimus has bright pink flowers with yellow centers and white and yellow seedlings. Its seeds are small and black.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Nevillea obtusissimus is an epiphytic orchid native to South America. It is easy to grow and propagate from division of the rhizome. It prefers bright, indirect light and should be planted in a well-drained soil. It can be propagated from division of the rhizome and should be planted in the spring.

Where to Find Nevillea obtusissimus

Nevillea obtusissimus can be found in Mexico.

Nevillea obtusissimus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Nevillea obtusissimus?

Nevillea obtusissimus

What is the common name of Nevillea obtusissimus?

Obtusissimus Nevillea

What type of plant is Nevillea obtusissimus?

Tropical Bromeliad

Species in the Restionaceae family

Alexgeorgea ganopoda, Alexgeorgea nitens, Alexgeorgea subterranea, Anarthria gracilis, Anarthria humilis, Anarthria laevis, Anarthria polyphylla, Anarthria prolifera, Anarthria scabra, Anthochortus capensis, Anthochortus crinalis, Anthochortus ecklonii, Anthochortus graminifolius, Anthochortus insignis, Anthochortus laxiflorus, Anthochortus singularis, Aphelia brizula, Aphelia cyperoides, Aphelia drummondii, Aphelia gracilis, Aphelia nutans, Aphelia pumilio, Apodasmia brownii, Apodasmia chilensis, Apodasmia similis, Apodasmia ceramophila, Askidiosperma alboaristatum, Askidiosperma alticola, Askidiosperma andreaeanum, Askidiosperma capitatum, Askidiosperma chartaceum, Askidiosperma delicatulum, Askidiosperma esterhuyseniae, Askidiosperma insigne, Askidiosperma longiflorum, Askidiosperma nitidum, Askidiosperma paniculatum, Askidiosperma rugosum, Askidiosperma alticolum, Baloskion australe, Baloskion fimbriatum, Baloskion gracile, Baloskion longipes, Baloskion pallens, Baloskion stenocoleum, Baloskion tenuiculme, Baloskion tetraphyllum, Calorophus elongatus, Calorophus erostris, Cannomois aristata,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-255493: Based on the initial data import
Ernst Gottlieb von Steudel (1783-1856): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Steud.' in the authors string.
Hans Peter Linder (b.1954): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.P.Linder' in the authors string.