Nivenia stokoei - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Guthrie) N.E.Br.
Source:
iplants
Year:
1933
Citation Micro:
Trans. Roy. Soc. South Africa 21: 267 (1933)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000785342
Common Names
- Stokoei Nivenia
- Stokoe's Nivenia
- Stokoe's Star-flower
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Nivenia stokoei (also called Stokoe's 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
Calyptranthes glabrescens is used in landscaping and as an ornamental plant. It is also used in erosion control and as a windbreak.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Nivenia stokoei is white, with a yellow center. The seed is a small, round-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, dark green, and have a single, upright stem.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Nivenia stokoei is a small, evergreen shrub that grows up to 1 m (3 ft) tall. It has glossy, dark green leaves and small, white flowers. Cultivation and propagation: Nivenia stokoei is easy to grow in well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. It is best propagated by cuttings in spring or summer.
Where to Find Nivenia stokoei
Nivenia stokoei can be found in the western parts of South Africa, in grassland and rocky areas.
Nivenia stokoei FAQ
What is the scientific name of Nivenia stokoei?
Nivenia stokoei
What is the common name of Nivenia stokoei?
Stokoe's nivenia
What is the natural habitat of Nivenia stokoei?
Grassland and rocky slopes
Species in the Nivenia genus
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,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-323850: Based on the initial data import
Nicholas Edward Brown (1849-1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'N.E.Br.' in the authors string.
Francis Guthrie (1831-1899): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Guthrie' in the authors string.