Coleonema nubigena - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Esterh.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1943
Citation Micro:
J. S. African Bot. 9: 137 (1943)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000614683
Common Names
- Coleonema nubigena
- Cloudy Breath of Heaven
- Diosma nubigena
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Coleonema nubigena (also called Cloudy Coleonema, among many other common names) is a shrub native to the southeastern United States. It grows in dry habitats such as sandhills, open woods, and disturbed sites.
Uses & Benefits
Coleonema nubigena is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as for treating skin diseases, fever, and digestive issues.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Coleonema nubigena is a small, white, star-shaped flower. The seed is a small, round, brown seed. The seedlings are small, round, and green.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Coleonema nubigena can be propagated by seed, cuttings, or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept warm and moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from mature plants and rooted in a well-draining soil mix. Divisions can be taken from mature plants and planted in a well-draining soil mix.
Where to Find Coleonema nubigena
Coleonema nubigena is native to South Africa and can be found in the coastal regions of the country.
Coleonema nubigena FAQ
What is the scientific name of Coleonema nubigena?
Coleonema nubigena
What is the family of Coleonema nubigena?
Rutaceae
Where is Coleonema nubigena native to?
South Africa
Species in the Coleonema genus
Species in the Rutaceae family
Acmadenia alternifolia, Acmadenia argillophila, Acmadenia baileyensis, Acmadenia bodkinii, Acmadenia burchellii, Acmadenia candida, Acmadenia densifolia, Acmadenia faucitincta, Acmadenia flaccida, Acmadenia fruticosa, Acmadenia gracilis, Acmadenia heterophylla, Acmadenia kiwanensis, Acmadenia latifolia, Acmadenia laxa, Acmadenia macradenia, Acmadenia macropetala, Acmadenia maculata, Acmadenia matroosbergensis, Acmadenia mundiana, Acmadenia nivea, Acmadenia nivenii, Acmadenia obtusata, Acmadenia patentifolia, Acmadenia rourkeana, Acmadenia rupicola, Acmadenia sheilae, Acmadenia tenax, Acmadenia teretifolia, Acmadenia tetracarpellata, Acmadenia tetragona, Acmadenia trigona, Acmadenia tenax, Acmadenia argillophila, Acmadenia macradenia, Acmadenia teretifolia, Acmadenia wittebergensis, Acradenia euodiiformis, Acradenia frankliniae, Acronychia richards-beehleri, Acronychia aberrans, Acronychia acidula, Acronychia acronychioides, Acronychia acuminata, Acronychia arfakensis, Acronychia baeuerlenii, Acronychia brassii, Acronychia carrii, Acronychia cartilaginea, Acronychia chooreechillum,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2730853: Based on the initial data import
Elsie Elizabeth Esterhuysen (1912-2006): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Esterh.' in the authors string.