Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Solanales
Family:
Species:
veitchii
ID:
1024815

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hook.

Source:
SolanaceaeSource.org

Year:
1866

Citation Micro:
Bot. Mag. 92: t. 5599. 1866

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001024153



Common Names

  • Veitchii Nierembergia
  • Nierembergia veitchii
  • Veitchii Nierembergia


Searching for Nierembergia veitchii? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Description

Nierembergia veitchii (also called Veitch's Nierembergia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the nightshade family Solanaceae. It is native to South America, where it is found in Argentina, Bolivia, Brazil, Paraguay and Uruguay. It typically grows in moist places, such as along the banks of streams and rivers.

Uses & Benefits

Nierembergia veitchii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and can be used to attract butterflies and bees.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Nierembergia veitchii is bell-shaped, white to pale blue in color, and has a mild, sweet scent. The seed is small, round and black. The seedlings are slender, with long, narrow leaves.

Searching for Nierembergia veitchii? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Cultivation and Propagation

Nierembergia veitchii is a perennial plant that is easy to propagate from seed. It prefers a sunny location and well-drained soil. It can be propagated by division or cuttings. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -5°C (23°F).

Where to Find Nierembergia veitchii

Nierembergia veitchii can be found in Argentina.

Species in the Solanaceae family

References

William Jackson Hooker (1785-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hook.' in the authors string.
Solanaceae Source record for this taxon: Based on the initial data import