Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
nicaraguensis
ID:
1333901

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Hemsl.) Card.-McTeag. & L.J.Gillespie

Source:
ipni

Year:
2016

Citation Micro:
Syst. Bot. 41: 343 (2016)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001346355

Common Names

  • Gitara nicaraguensis
  • Nicaraguan Gitara
  • Nicaraguan Orchid

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Description

Gitara nicaraguensis (also called 'Nicaraguan Gitara', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Zingiberaceae family. It is a rhizomatous perennial herb with a single, unbranched stem, reaching up to 1 m tall. It is native to Nicaragua, and typically grows in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.

Uses & Benefits

Gitara nicaraguensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Gitara nicaraguensis has small white flowers with yellow centers and long stamens. The seeds are small and black in color. The seedlings have long, narrow, pointed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Gitara nicaraguensis is a perennial herb that can be propagated by division or by seed. It can be grown in full sun or partial shade and prefers moist, well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost.

Where to Find Gitara nicaraguensis

Gitara nicaraguensis is native to the tropical forests of Nicaragua.

Gitara nicaraguensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Gitara nicaraguensis?

Gitara nicaraguensis

What type of plant is Gitara nicaraguensis?

Herb

Where is Gitara nicaraguensis found?

Central and South America

Species in the Gitara genus

Species in the Euphorbiaceae family

Acalypha peckoltii, Acalypha peduncularis, Acalypha pendula, Acalypha perrieri, Acalypha persimilis, Acalypha peruviana, Acalypha pervilleana, Acalypha phleoides, Acalypha phyllonomifolia, Acalypha pilosa, Acalypha pippenii, Acalypha pittieri, Acalypha platyphylla, Acalypha pleiogyne, Acalypha plicata, Acalypha pohliana, Acalypha poiretii, Acalypha polymorpha, Acalypha polystachya, Acalypha portoricensis, Acalypha pruinosa, Acalypha pruriens, Acalypha pseudalopecuroides, Acalypha pseudovagans, Acalypha psilostachya, Acalypha pubiflora, Acalypha pulchrespicata, Acalypha punctata, Acalypha purpurascens, Acalypha purpusii, Acalypha pycnantha, Acalypha pygmaea, Acalypha radians, Acalypha radicans, Acalypha radinostachya, Acalypha radula, Acalypha radula, Acalypha rafaelensis, Acalypha raivavensis, Acalypha rapensis, Acalypha reflexa, Acalypha repanda, Acalypha retifera, Acalypha rhombifolia, Acalypha rhomboidea, Acalypha richardiana, Acalypha riedeliana, Acalypha rivularis, Acalypha rottleroides, Acalypha rubrinervis,

References

William Hemsley (1843-1924): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hemsl.' in the authors string.
Lynn J. Gillespie (b.1958): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.J.Gillespie' in the authors string.
Warren M. Cardinal-McTeague: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Card.-McTeag.' in the authors string.