Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Santalales
Species:
nivalis
ID:
1411116

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Ridl.) Byng & Christenh.

Source:
wcvp

Year:
2018

Citation Micro:
Global Fl. 0.266666667. 2018

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001423581



Common Names

  • Dendromyza nivalis
  • Snow Dendromyza
  • Snow Dendromyza


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Description

Dendromyza nivalis (also called Snowy dendromyza, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Rubiaceae. It is native to Mexico and Central America. It is found in tropical and subtropical moist montane forests.

Uses & Benefits

Dendromyza nivalis is used as an ornamental plant and for medicinal purposes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Dendromyza nivalis has white flowers with yellow centers and a sweet scent. The seeds are small, round, and black. The seedlings are small and thin with light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dendromyza nivalis is a shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some light frost. It can be pruned to maintain a desired shape and size.

Where to Find Dendromyza nivalis

Dendromyza nivalis is native to the Alps and can be found in the higher elevations of the mountain range.

Dendromyza nivalis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dendromyza nivalis?

Dendromyza nivalis

What is the common name of Dendromyza nivalis?

Dendromyza

What type of plant is Dendromyza nivalis?

Herb

Species in the Santalaceae family

Acanthosyris annonagustata, Acanthosyris asipapote, Acanthosyris falcata, Acanthosyris glabrata, Acanthosyris paulo-alvinii, Acanthosyris spinescens, Amphorogyne celastroides, Amphorogyne spicata, Amphorogyne staufferi, Anthobolus erythrocaulis, Anthobolus filifolius, Anthobolus foveolatus, Anthobolus leptomeroides, Antidaphne amazonensis, Antidaphne andina, Antidaphne antidaphneoides, Antidaphne glaziovii, Antidaphne hondurensis, Antidaphne punctulata, Antidaphne schottii, Antidaphne viscoidea, Antidaphne wrightii, Arceuthobium abietinum, Arceuthobium abietis-religiosae, Arceuthobium americanum, Arceuthobium apachecum, Arceuthobium azoricum, Arceuthobium bicarinatum, Arceuthobium blumeri, Arceuthobium californicum, Arceuthobium campylopodum, Arceuthobium chinense, Arceuthobium cyanocarpum, Arceuthobium divaricatum, Arceuthobium douglasii, Arceuthobium gillii, Arceuthobium globosum, Arceuthobium guatemalense, Arceuthobium hondurense, Arceuthobium juniperi-procerae, Arceuthobium littorum, Arceuthobium microcarpum, Arceuthobium minutissimum, Arceuthobium monticola, Arceuthobium nigrum, Arceuthobium occidentale, Arceuthobium oxycedri, Arceuthobium pendens, Arceuthobium pini, Arceuthobium pusillum,

References

Henry Nicholas Ridley (1855-1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ridl.' in the authors string.
Maarten J.M. Christenhusz (b.1976): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Christenh.' in the authors string.
James W. Byng: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Byng' in the authors string.