Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
prunifera
ID:
252541

Status:
valid

Authors:
F.Muell.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1870

Citation Micro:
Fragm. 7: 114 (1870)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000251873



Common Names

  • Niemeyera prunifera
  • Pruniferous Niemeyera
  • Niemeyera


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Synonyms

  • Lucuma prunifera F.Muell. [unknown]
  • Chrysophyllum pruniferum F.Muell. [unknown]
  • Amorphospermum pruniferum (F.Muell.) Baehni [unknown]

Description

Niemeyera prunifera (also called Prunifera Niemeyera, among many other common names) is a terrestrial orchid native to Madagascar. It is found in open forests, grasslands, and shrublands at elevations of 0-1000 m. The plant has an upright stem and a single leaf. The flowers are white and yellow in color and have a sweet scent.

Uses & Benefits

Niemeyera prunifera is used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments such as fever, coughs, and headaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Niemeyera prunifera is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Niemeyera prunifera is a fast-growing shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and rooted in a well-draining soil mix. The plant prefers full sun to partial shade and regular watering.

Where to Find Niemeyera prunifera

Niemeyera prunifera can be found in the Northern Territory of Australia, in the Kimberley region.

Niemeyera prunifera FAQ

What type of plant is Niemeyera prunifera?

Niemeyera prunifera is a species of flowering plant in the family Rubiaceae.

Where is Niemeyera prunifera found?

Niemeyera prunifera is native to tropical Africa.

What is the habitat of Niemeyera prunifera?

Niemeyera prunifera is found in lowland rainforests, montane forests, and disturbed habitats.

Species in the Sapotaceae family

Afrosersalisia rwandensis, Amorphospermum antilogum, Argania spinosa, Aubregrinia taiensis, Aulandra beccarii, Aulandra cauliflora, Aulandra longifolia, Autranella congolensis, Baillonella toxisperma, Beccariella balansana, Beccariella crebrifolia, Beccariella lasiantha, Beccariella novocaledonica, Beccariella xerocarpa, Beccariella brownlessiana, Boerlagella spectabilis, Breviea sericea, Burckella banikiensis, Burckella erythrophylla, Burckella fijiensis, Burckella hillii, Burckella macropoda, Burckella magusum, Burckella obovata, Burckella parvifolia, Burckella polymera, Burckella poolei, Burckella richii, Burckella sorei, Burckella thurstonii, Capurodendron androyense, Capurodendron ankaranense, Capurodendron antongiliense, Capurodendron apollonioides, Capurodendron bakeri, Capurodendron costatum, Capurodendron delphinense, Capurodendron gracilifolium, Capurodendron greveanum, Capurodendron ludiifolium, Capurodendron madagascariense, Capurodendron mandrarense, Capurodendron microphyllum, Capurodendron nodosum, Capurodendron perrieri, Capurodendron pervillei, Capurodendron pseudoterminalia, Capurodendron rubrocostatum, Capurodendron rufescens, Capurodendron sakalavum,

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