Status:
valid
Authors:
Goldblatt
Source:
iplants
Year:
1997
Citation Micro:
Bothalia 27: 101 (1997)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000785310
Common Names
- Parviflora Nivenia
- Parviflorum Nivenia
- Parvifloras Nivenia
Description
Nivenia parviflora (also called Small-flowered 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 parviflora is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used to attract butterflies and bees to the garden.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Nivenia parviflora is white and has four petals. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with a few leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Nivenia parviflora is a shrub that is native to South Africa. It is best grown in well-drained, sandy soil in full sun. Propagation is by seed or cuttings.
Where to Find Nivenia parviflora
Nivenia parviflora can be found in the western parts of South Africa, in grassland and rocky areas.
Nivenia parviflora FAQ
What is the scientific name of Nivenia parviflora?
Nivenia parviflora
What is the common name of Nivenia parviflora?
Small-flowered nivenia
What is the natural habitat of Nivenia parviflora?
Grassland and rocky slopes
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,