Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
nitidus
ID:
302609

Status:
valid

Authors:
Miq.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1861

Citation Micro:
Fl. Ned. Ind., Eerste Bijv. : 444 (1861)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000301941

Common Names

  • Nitidus Boxwood
  • Nitidus Buxus
  • Nitidus Austrobuxus

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Synonyms

  • Longetia malayana (Benth.) Pax & K.Hoffm. [unknown]
  • Longetia montana (Ridl.) Pax & K.Hoffm. [unknown]
  • Longetia nitida (Miq.) Steenis [unknown]
  • Austrobuxus montanus (Ridl.) Airy Shaw [unknown]
  • Austrobuxus nitidus macrocarpus Airy Shaw [unknown]
  • Austrobuxus nitidus montanus (Ridl.) Whitmore [unknown]
  • Choriophyllum malayanum Benth. [unknown]
  • Choriophyllum montanum Ridl. [unknown]

Description

Austrobuxus nitidus (also called Nitidus Boxwood, among many other common names) is a shrub native to Brazil. It has small, oval leaves and white flowers. It grows in moist, shady areas, such as forests and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Austrobuxus nitidus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, and its leaves can be used to make a fragrant oil. It is also used as a culinary herb and for medicinal purposes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Austrobuxus nitidus is a bright yellow, tubular flower. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are thin, green, and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Austrobuxus nitidus is an evergreen shrub that grows best in full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can be propagated by seed or cuttings. The seeds should be sown in spring and the cuttings should be taken in late summer or early fall.

Where to Find Austrobuxus nitidus

Austrobuxus nitidus is native to the Caribbean and Central America. It is found in dry, rocky areas and is often found in canyons and on hillsides. It is also found in the Chihuahuan Desert.

Austrobuxus nitidus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Austrobuxus nitidus?

Austrobuxus nitidus

What type of plant is Austrobuxus nitidus?

It is an evergreen shrub

Where is Austrobuxus nitidus native to?

It is native to Mexico

Species in the Picrodendraceae family

Androstachys johnsonii, Aristogeitonia limoniifolia, Aristogeitonia lophirifolia, Aristogeitonia magnistipula, Aristogeitonia monophylla, Aristogeitonia perrieri, Aristogeitonia uapacifolia, Aristogeitonia gabonica, Austrobuxus alticola, Austrobuxus brevipes, Austrobuxus carunculatus, Austrobuxus clusiaceus, Austrobuxus cracens, Austrobuxus cuneatus, Austrobuxus ellipticus, Austrobuxus eugeniifolius, Austrobuxus horneanus, Austrobuxus huerlimannii, Austrobuxus mandjelicus, Austrobuxus megacarpus, Austrobuxus montis-do, Austrobuxus nitidus, Austrobuxus ovalis, Austrobuxus pauciflorus, Austrobuxus petiolaris, Austrobuxus rubiginosus, Austrobuxus swainii, Austrobuxus vieillardii, Austrobuxus dentatus, Austrobuxus celebicus, Choriceras majus, Choriceras tricorne, Dissiliaria baloghioides, Dissiliaria indistincta, Dissiliaria laxinervis, Dissiliaria muelleri, Dissiliaria surculosa, Dissiliaria tuckeri, Hyaenanche globosa, Kairothamnus phyllanthoides, Longetia buxoides, Micrantheum demissum, Micrantheum ericoides, Micrantheum hexandrum, Micrantheum serpentinum, Mischodon zeylanicus, Neoroepera banksii, Neoroepera buxifolia, Oldfieldia africana, Oldfieldia dactylophylla,

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