Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Species:
nitida
ID:
289715

Status:
valid

Authors:
Benth.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1876

Citation Micro:
Hooker's Icon. Pl. 12: t. 1183 (1876)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000289047

Common Names

  • Pycnobotrya nitida
  • Shiny Pycnobotrya
  • Shiny Pycnobotrya

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Synonyms

  • Pycnobotrya multiflora K.Schum. ex Stapf [unknown]

Description

Pycnobotrya nitida (also called Shiny Pycnobotrya, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Sapotaceae family. It is native to New Caledonia and grows in tropical and subtropical forests. It is a small tree with a single trunk and oblong leaves. It has a grey-brown trunk and green leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Pycnobotrya nitida is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Pycnobotrya nitida is a white to pinkish-white, tubular flower with four petals. The seed is a small, black, ovoid nutlet. The seedlings are small, with oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pycnobotrya nitida is a shrub that can be propagated from cuttings. It can be grown in full sun or partial shade in well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate moderate frost. It requires regular pruning to maintain its shape and size.

Where to Find Pycnobotrya nitida

Pycnobotrya nitida can be found in the eastern United States, from New York to Florida and west to Texas and Oklahoma.

Pycnobotrya nitida FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pycnobotrya nitida?

Pycnobotrya nitida

What is the common name of Pycnobotrya nitida?

Nitida

Where is Pycnobotrya nitida found?

New Caledonia

Species in the Pycnobotrya 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-171095: Based on the initial data import
George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.