Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
nitida
ID:
1323459

Status:
valid

Authors:
Bittrich & F.N.Cabral

Source:
ipni

Year:
2013

Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 100: 36 (2013)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001335913

Common Names

  • Clusia Nitida
  • Nitida Clusia
  • Clusia

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Description

Clusia nitida (also called 'Shiny clusia', among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to Central and South America. It grows to a height of up to 2 m and has a woody stem. Its leaves are oblong-lanceolate in shape, with entire margins. It is found in moist, shady areas, such as in forests and along streams.

Uses & Benefits

Clusia nitida has many medicinal uses, such as treating fever, inflammation, and digestive problems. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Clusia nitida has yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have two cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Clusia nitida can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from mature stems and planted in a well-draining soil mix. Keep the soil moist and provide bright, indirect light.

Where to Find Clusia nitida

Clusia nitida is native to Venezuela and can be found in the wild in the northern and western regions of the country.

Clusia nitida FAQ

What is the scientific name of Clusia nitida?

Clusia nitida

What are the common names of Clusia nitida?

Clusia, Shiny Clusia

Where is Clusia nitida found?

Clusia nitida is found in Central and South America.

Species in the Clusia genus

Clusia nipensis, Clusia pachamamae, Clusia abbottii, Clusia acuminata, Clusia aemygdioi, Clusia alainii, Clusia alata, Clusia amabilis, Clusia amazonica, Clusia androphora, Clusia angustifolia, Clusia annularis, Clusia araracuarae, Clusia aripoensis, Clusia aristeguietae, Clusia articulata, Clusia asymmetrica, Clusia aymardii, Clusia belizensis, Clusia bernardoi, Clusia bicolor, Clusia botryoidea, Clusia brachycarpa, Clusia brachystyla, Clusia bracteosa, Clusia brittonii, Clusia brongniartiana, Clusia burchellii, Clusia burle-marxii, Clusia caicedoi, Clusia cajamarcensis, Clusia cajambrensis, Clusia calimae, Clusia callosa, Clusia candelabrum, Clusia carachensis, Clusia cardonae, Clusia carinata, Clusia cassinioides, Clusia caudata, Clusia celiae, Clusia centricupula, Clusia cerroana, Clusia chiribiquetensis, Clusia chusqueae, Clusia clarendonensis, Clusia clusioides, Clusia cochlanthera, Clusia cochliformis, Clusia cochlitheca,

Species in the Clusiaceae family

Agasthiyamalaia pauciflora, Allanblackia floribunda, Allanblackia gabonensis, Allanblackia kimbiliensis, Allanblackia kisonghi, Allanblackia marienii, Allanblackia staneriana, Allanblackia stuhlmannii, Allanblackia ulugurensis, Chrysochlamys allenii, Chrysochlamys alterninervia, Chrysochlamys angustifolia, Chrysochlamys balboa, Chrysochlamys bracteolata, Chrysochlamys caribaea, Chrysochlamys colombiana, Chrysochlamys conferta, Chrysochlamys cuneata, Chrysochlamys dependens, Chrysochlamys eclipes, Chrysochlamys floribunda, Chrysochlamys glauca, Chrysochlamys gloriosa, Chrysochlamys goudotii, Chrysochlamys guatemaltecana, Chrysochlamys laxa, Chrysochlamys macrophylla, Chrysochlamys membranacea, Chrysochlamys membrillensis, Chrysochlamys micrantha, Chrysochlamys multiflora, Chrysochlamys myrcioides, Chrysochlamys nicaraguensis, Chrysochlamys pachypoda, Chrysochlamys pauciflora, Chrysochlamys pavonii, Chrysochlamys psychotriifolia, Chrysochlamys silvicola, Chrysochlamys skutchii, Chrysochlamys tenuifolia, Chrysochlamys tenuis, Chrysochlamys ulei, Chrysochlamys weberbaueri, Chrysochlamys chrisharonii, Clusia nipensis, Clusia pachamamae, Clusia abbottii, Clusia acuminata, Clusia aemygdioi, Clusia alainii,

References

Volker Bittrich (b.1954): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bittrich' in the authors string.
Fernanda Nunes Cabral: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.N.Cabral' in the authors string.