Niphaea pumila - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
pumila
ID:
745007
Status:
valid
Authors:
Boggan & L.E.Skog
Source:
cmp
Year:
2009
Citation Micro:
Selbyana 29: 173 (2009)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000744340
Common Names
- Niphaea Pumila
- Dwarf Niphaea
- Dwarf False-flax
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Niphaea pumila (also called Dwarf niphaea, among many other common names) is a small herbaceous plant that grows to a height of 0.5–1 m. It has small, oval-shaped leaves with serrated edges and small white flowers. It is native to Southeast Asia and is found in tropical forests and wetlands.
Uses & Benefits
Niphaea pumila is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used for its essential oil, which is used in perfumes and soaps.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Niphaea pumila are small, yellow and star-shaped with five petals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small, green and have oval-shaped leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Niphaea pumila is a perennial herb that can be grown from seed or from cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation can be done by taking cuttings in summer or by sowing seeds in spring. Seeds should be sown in a sunny spot and kept moist until germination.
Where to Find Niphaea pumila
Niphaea pumila is native to China.
Niphaea pumila FAQ
What is the scientific name of Niphaea pumila?
Niphaea pumila
What is the common name of Niphaea pumila?
Dwarf Niphaea
What is the hardiness zone of Niphaea pumila?
9-11
Species in the Niphaea genus
Species in the Gesneriaceae family
Acanthonema diandrum, Achimenes admirabilis, Achimenes antirrhina, Achimenes brevifolia, Achimenes candida, Achimenes cettoana, Achimenes dulcis, Achimenes erecta, Achimenes fimbriata, Achimenes flava, Achimenes glabrata, Achimenes grandiflora, Achimenes heterophylla, Achimenes hintoniana, Achimenes longiflora, Achimenes mexicana, Achimenes misera, Achimenes nayaritensis, Achimenes obscura, Achimenes occidentalis, Achimenes patens, Achimenes pedunculata, Achimenes skinneri, Achimenes woodii, Achimenes tincticoma, Achimenes elota, Achimenes sanguinea, Achimenes ixtapaensis, Aeschynanthus citrinus, Aeschynanthus membranifolius, Aeschynanthus mendumiae, Aeschynanthus sojolianus, Aeschynanthus dischidioides, Aeschynanthus minutifolius, Aeschynanthus acuminatissimus, Aeschynanthus acuminatus, Aeschynanthus albidus, Aeschynanthus amboinensis, Aeschynanthus amoenus, Aeschynanthus andersonii, Aeschynanthus angustifolius, Aeschynanthus angustioblongus, Aeschynanthus apicidens, Aeschynanthus arctocalyx, Aeschynanthus arfakensis, Aeschynanthus argentii, Aeschynanthus asclepioides, Aeschynanthus atrorubens, Aeschynanthus atrosanguineus, Aeschynanthus batakiorum,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2896861: Based on the initial data import
Laurence Skog (b.1943): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.E.Skog' in the authors string.
John Kendall Boggan (b.1962): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Boggan' in the authors string.