Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Vitales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
cantoniensis
ID:
1328040

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Hook. & Arn.) J.Wen & Z.L.Nie

Source:
ipni

Year:
2014

Citation Micro:
PhytoKeys 42: 13 (2014)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001340494



Common Names

  • Nekemias cantoniensis
  • Cantoniensis Nekemias
  • Cantoniensis's Nekemias


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Description

Nekemias cantoniensis (also called Canton Nekemias, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant that grows up to 50 cm tall. It is native to China and grows in moist forests, meadows, and along streams.

Uses & Benefits

Nekemias cantoniensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover in landscaping.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Nekemias cantoniensis has small, yellow-green flowers that are borne in clusters. The seeds are small, dark brown and oval-shaped. The seedlings have two opposite, oval-shaped cotyledons and a single, unbranched stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Nekemias cantoniensis is a small, evergreen shrub that grows in dry, rocky areas. It can be propagated from cuttings or by seed. Cuttings should be taken from the tips of the branches in early spring or late summer. The cuttings should be planted in a well-draining potting mix and kept in a warm, sunny location. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining potting mix and kept in a warm, sunny location. The seedlings should be transplanted when they are large enough to handle.

Where to Find Nekemias cantoniensis

Nekemias cantoniensis is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Central and South America, including Mexico, Colombia, and Peru.

Nekemias cantoniensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Nekemias cantoniensis?

Nekemias cantoniensis

What is the natural habitat of Nekemias cantoniensis?

Tropical and subtropical moist montane forests

What is the average height of Nekemias cantoniensis?

Up to 1 m

Species in the Vitaceae family

Acareosperma spireanum, Ampelocissus birii, Ampelocissus abyssinica, Ampelocissus acapulcensis, Ampelocissus acetosa, Ampelocissus aculeata, Ampelocissus africana, Ampelocissus amentaceus, Ampelocissus angolensis, Ampelocissus arachnoidea, Ampelocissus araneosa, Ampelocissus artemisiifolia, Ampelocissus ascendiflora, Ampelocissus banaensis, Ampelocissus barbata, Ampelocissus bombycina, Ampelocissus borneensis, Ampelocissus botryostachys, Ampelocissus butoensis, Ampelocissus capillaris, Ampelocissus cardiospermoides, Ampelocissus celebica, Ampelocissus chaffanjonii, Ampelocissus changensis, Ampelocissus cinnamomea, Ampelocissus complanata, Ampelocissus concinna, Ampelocissus debilis, Ampelocissus dekindtiana, Ampelocissus dichothrix, Ampelocissus dissecta, Ampelocissus divaricata, Ampelocissus dolichobotrys, Ampelocissus edulis, Ampelocissus elegans, Ampelocissus elephantina, Ampelocissus erdvendbergianus, Ampelocissus filipes, Ampelocissus floccosus, Ampelocissus frutescens, Ampelocissus gardineri, Ampelocissus gracilipes, Ampelocissus gracilis, Ampelocissus harmandii, Ampelocissus helferi, Ampelocissus hoabinhensis, Ampelocissus humulifolia, Ampelocissus imperialis, Ampelocissus indica, Ampelocissus iomalla,

References

William Jackson Hooker (1785-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hook.' in the authors string.
George Arnott Walker-Arnott (1799-1868): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Arn.' in the authors string.
Jun Wen (b.1963): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.Wen' in the authors string.
Ze Long Nie: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Z.L.Nie' in the authors string.