Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Rosales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
nitida
ID:
652244

Status:
valid

Authors:
Tortosa

Source:
cmp

Year:
1977

Citation Micro:
Hickenia 1: 109 (1977)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000651576

Common Names

  • Discaria nitida
  • Matagouri
  • New Zealand Matagouri

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Description

Discaria nitida (also called Shiny Discaria, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to South America. It has leathery, dark green leaves and grows in moist, well-drained soils in mountain forests and along streams.

Uses & Benefits

Discaria nitida is a species of flowering plant in the Rhamnaceae family. It is used as an ornamental plant for landscaping, as a source of timber for construction, and as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Discaria nitida has small, yellow flowers that are clustered in groups of two or three. Its seeds are small, black, and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have a thin stem with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Discaria nitida is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that grows up to 6 feet tall and wide. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a warm, sunny location. Cuttings can be taken in late summer or early fall and should be rooted in a moist, well-drained soil.

Where to Find Discaria nitida

Discaria nitida is native to tropical rainforests in South America.

Discaria nitida FAQ

What is the common name of Discaria nitida?

Shiny Discaria

What is the natural habitat of Discaria nitida?

Tropical and subtropical regions

What is the lifespan of Discaria nitida?

Up to 10 years

Species in the Rhamnaceae family

Adolphia californica, Adolphia infesta, Alphitonia pomaderroides, Alphitonia carolinensis, Alphitonia excelsa, Alphitonia ferruginea, Alphitonia franguloides, Alphitonia incana, Alphitonia macrocarpa, Alphitonia marquesensis, Alphitonia neocaledonica, Alphitonia petriei, Alphitonia philippinensis, Alphitonia ponderosa, Alphitonia whitei, Alphitonia zizyphoides, Alphitonia oblata, Alvimiantha tricamerata, Ampelozizyphus guaquirensis, Ampelozizyphus amazonicus, Ampelozizyphus kuripacorum, Araracuara vetusta, Auerodendron acuminatum, Auerodendron acunae, Auerodendron cubense, Auerodendron glaucescens, Auerodendron jamaicense, Auerodendron martii, Auerodendron northropianum, Auerodendron pauciflorum, Auerodendron reticulatum, Auerodendron truncatum, Bathiorhamnus capuronii, Bathiorhamnus dentatus, Bathiorhamnus macrocarpus, Bathiorhamnus reticulatus, Bathiorhamnus vohemarensis, Bathiorhamnus cryptophorus, Bathiorhamnus louvelii, Berchemia annamensis, Berchemia arisanensis, Berchemia barbigera, Berchemia brachycarpa, Berchemia burmanniana, Berchemia cinerascens, Berchemia compressicarpa, Berchemia discolor, Berchemia edgeworthii, Berchemia elmeri, Berchemia flavescens,

References