Status:
valid
Authors:
L'Hér.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1789
Citation Micro:
Sert. Angl. : 2 (1789)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000817513
Common Names
- Shiny Prismatocarpus
- Nitidus Prismatocarpus
- Shiny-Flowered Prismatocarpus
Description
Prismatocarpus nitidus (also called Nitidus Prismatocarpus, among many other common names) is a species of shrub native to Central and South America. It has a short stem and its leaves are dark green, thick and leathery. It grows in humid tropical forests, at elevations of up to 1000 m.
Uses & Benefits
Prismatocarpus nitidus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and its flowers are used to make perfumes.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Prismatocarpus nitidus has small, star-shaped flowers with four petals and four sepals. The seeds are small and black, with a smooth, glossy surface. The seedlings are small and green, with a rounded shape.
Cultivation and Propagation
Prismatocarpus nitidus is a terrestrial orchid that is native to Brazil. It can be propagated by division or by seed. Cultivation is best done in a medium to bright light with temperatures ranging from 18-25°C (64-77°F). The soil should be kept moist but not soggy and fertilized every two weeks during the growing season.
Where to Find Prismatocarpus nitidus
Prismatocarpus nitidus can be found in the Mediterranean region, including in the south of France, Italy, and Spain.
Prismatocarpus nitidus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Prismatocarpus nitidus?
Prismatocarpus nitidus
What is the family of Prismatocarpus nitidus?
Campanulaceae
What is the common name of Prismatocarpus nitidus?
Shining Wolf's Milk
Species in the Prismatocarpus genus
Prismatocarpus alpinus,
Prismatocarpus altiflorus,
Prismatocarpus brevilobus,
Prismatocarpus campanuloides,
Prismatocarpus lycioides,
Prismatocarpus lycopodioides,
Prismatocarpus nitidus,
Prismatocarpus pauciflorus,
Prismatocarpus pedunculatus,
Prismatocarpus pilosus,
Prismatocarpus lasiophyllus,
Prismatocarpus rogersii,
Prismatocarpus schlechteri,
Prismatocarpus sessilis,
Prismatocarpus spinosus,
Prismatocarpus tenellus,
Prismatocarpus tenerrimus,
Prismatocarpus cliffortioides,
Prismatocarpus cordifolius,
Prismatocarpus debilis,
Prismatocarpus decurrens,
Prismatocarpus diffusus,
Prismatocarpus fastigiatus,
Prismatocarpus hispidus,
Prismatocarpus implicatus,
Prismatocarpus fruticosus,
Prismatocarpus candolleanus,
Species in the Campanulaceae family
Adenophora amurica,
Adenophora brevidiscifera,
Adenophora capillaris,
Adenophora changaica,
Adenophora coelestis,
Adenophora contracta,
Adenophora cordifolia,
Adenophora divaricata,
Adenophora elata,
Adenophora fusifolia,
Adenophora gmelinii,
Adenophora golubinzevaeana,
Adenophora grandiflora,
Adenophora hatsushimae,
Adenophora himalayana,
Adenophora hubeiensis,
Adenophora izuensis,
Adenophora jacutica,
Adenophora jasionifolia,
Adenophora khasiana,
Adenophora lamarkii,
Adenophora liliifolia,
Adenophora liliifolioides,
Adenophora lobophylla,
Adenophora longipedicellata,
Adenophora maximowicziana,
Adenophora micrantha,
Adenophora morrisonensis,
Adenophora nikoensis,
Adenophora ningxianica,
Adenophora palustris,
Adenophora pereskiifolia,
Adenophora petiolata,
Adenophora pinifolia,
Adenophora polyantha,
Adenophora potaninii,
Adenophora probatovae,
Adenophora remotidens,
Adenophora remotiflora,
Adenophora rupestris,
Adenophora rupincola,
Adenophora sinensis,
Adenophora stenanthina,
Adenophora stenophylla,
Adenophora stricta,
Adenophora sublata,
Adenophora takedai,
Adenophora tashiroi,
Adenophora taurica,
Adenophora trachelioides,