Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Genus:
Species:
nitida
ID:
273958

Status:
valid

Authors:
T.Durand & H.Durand

Source:
wcs

Year:
1909

Citation Micro:
Syll. Fl. Congol. : 338 (1909)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000273290

Common Names

  • Picralima
  • Picralima Nitida
  • Nitida Picralima

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Synonyms

  • Picralima klaineana Pierre [unknown]
  • Picralima macrocarpa A.Chev. [unknown]
  • Tabernaemontana nitida Stapf [unknown]

Description

Picralima nitida (also called Akuamma, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Apocynaceae family. It is a shrub or small tree, growing up to 15 m tall. It is native to tropical West Africa. It grows in humid, lowland forests and in disturbed sites, from sea level to 1,500 m in elevation.

Uses & Benefits

Picralima nitida is a plant native to Africa and is used as an ornamental plant in gardens. It has a sweet scent and is often used in leis and other decorations. It is also used in traditional African medicine to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Picralima nitida is a white, tubular flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oblong seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Picralima nitida is an evergreen shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers a well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -4°C (25°F). It can be pruned to shape and can be grown in containers.

Where to Find Picralima nitida

Picralima nitida is found in tropical Africa.

Picralima nitida FAQ

What is the scientific name of Picralima nitida?

Picralima nitida

What is the common name of Picralima nitida?

Nitida picralima

Where is Picralima nitida found?

Picralima nitida is found in West Africa

Species in the Picralima genus

Species in the Apocynaceae family

Acokanthera laevigata, Acokanthera oblongifolia, Acokanthera oppositifolia, Acokanthera rotundata, Acokanthera schimperi, Adenium boehmianum, Adenium multiflorum, Adenium obesum, Adenium oleifolium, Adenium swazicum, Adenium dhofarense, Aganosma breviloba, Aganosma cymosa, Aganosma gracilis, Aganosma lacei, Aganosma petelotii, Aganosma schlechteriana, Aganosma siamensis, Aganosma wallichii, Aganosma heynei, Alafia alba, Alafia barteri, Alafia benthamii, Alafia berrieri, Alafia calophylla, Alafia caudata, Alafia erythrophthalma, Alafia falcata, Alafia fuscata, Alafia insularis, Alafia intermedia, Alafia landolphioides, Alafia lucida, Alafia microstylis, Alafia multiflora, Alafia nigrescens, Alafia orientalis, Alafia parciflora, Alafia pauciflora, Alafia perrieri, Alafia schumannii, Alafia thouarsii, Alafia vallium, Alafia verschuereni, Alafia whytei, Alafia zambesiaca, Allamanda calcicola, Allamanda angustifolia, Allamanda blanchetii, Allamanda cathartica,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-156030: Based on the initial data import
Théophile Alexis Durand (1855-1912): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'T.Durand' in the authors string.
Hélène Durand (1883-1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Durand' in the authors string.