Status:
valid
Authors:
Klatt
Source:
iplants
Year:
1882
Citation Micro:
Abh. Naturf. Ges. Halle 15: 382 (1882)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000785417
Common Names
- Binata Nivenia
- Binate Nivenia
- Binate Star-flower
Description
Nivenia binata (also called Two-lobed Nivenia, among many other common names) is a shrub that grows up to 1 m in height. It is native to South Africa and is found in rocky grassland and scrub.
Uses & Benefits
Nivenia binata is a shrub that is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a windbreak and can be used to attract birds and other wildlife.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Nivenia binata is a white, star-shaped flower with six petals. The seed is a small, brown, round seed. The seedlings are small, with two leaves and a single stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Nivenia binata can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and partial shade. It is hardy in USDA zones 9-11.
Where to Find Nivenia binata
Nivenia binata is native to South Africa.
Nivenia binata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Nivenia binata?
Nivenia binata
What is the common name of Nivenia binata?
Cape Daisy
Where is Nivenia binata native to?
South Africa
Species in the Nivenia genus
Nivenia parviflora,
Nivenia argentea,
Nivenia stenosiphon,
Nivenia stokoei,
Nivenia levynsiae,
Nivenia fruticosa,
Nivenia dispar,
Nivenia concinna,
Nivenia corymbosa,
Nivenia binata,
Nivenia inaequalis,
Nivenia levynsiae,
Nivenia dispar,
Species in the Iridaceae family
Alophia drummondii,
Alophia intermedia,
Alophia medusa,
Alophia silvestris,
Alophia veracruzana,
Aristea abyssinica,
Aristea africana,
Aristea alata,
Aristea anceps,
Aristea angolensis,
Aristea angustifolia,
Aristea bakeri,
Aristea bequaertii,
Aristea biflora,
Aristea cantharophila,
Aristea capitata,
Aristea cladocarpa,
Aristea compressa,
Aristea cuspidata,
Aristea dichotoma,
Aristea djalonis,
Aristea ecklonii,
Aristea fimbriata,
Aristea flexicaulis,
Aristea galpinii,
Aristea glauca,
Aristea goetzei,
Aristea grandis,
Aristea humbertii,
Aristea inaequalis,
Aristea juncifolia,
Aristea kitchingii,
Aristea latifolia,
Aristea lugens,
Aristea madagascariensis,
Aristea montana,
Aristea monticola,
Aristea nyikensis,
Aristea oligocephala,
Aristea palustris,
Aristea parviflora,
Aristea pauciflora,
Aristea platycaulis,
Aristea polycephala,
Aristea pusilla,
Aristea racemosa,
Aristea ranomafana,
Aristea recisa,
Aristea rigidifolia,
Aristea rupicola,