Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
nitida
ID:
1540461

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Sm.) P.Caputo & Del Guacchio

Source:
rhakhis

Year:
2020

Citation Micro:
Pl. Biosystems 154(5): 773. 2020

WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000021984


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Description

Cynanchica nitida (also called 'Shiny Cynanchica', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Apocynaceae family. It is a shrub with yellow flowers and is native to the Mediterranean region. It grows in rocky areas and on cliffs.

Uses & Benefits

Cynanchica nitida is a plant used in traditional Chinese medicine as a diuretic and to treat fever. It is also used in landscaping and as an ornamental plant.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Cynanchica nitida sub. mytilinica (Ehrend.) P.Caputo & Del Guacchio
Cynanchica nitida sub. subcapitellata (Ehrend.) P.Caputo & Del Guacchio
Cynanchica nitida sub. hirtella (Boiss.) P.Caputo & Del Guacchio
Cynanchica nitida sub. nitida

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The Cynanchica nitida has a white flower that is about 1 inch in diameter. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed that is about 1/8 inch in size. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single stem with two to three leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cynanchica nitida is a perennial herb native to North America. It is best propagated by seed, which should be planted in a well-drained soil in full sun. Once established, it requires little maintenance and can tolerate occasional mowing. It can also be propagated by division of the clumps in early spring.

Where to Find Cynanchica nitida

Cynanchica nitida can be found in the tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, Asia, and Australia.

Cynanchica nitida FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cynanchica nitida?

Cynanchica nitida

What is the common name of Cynanchica nitida?

Nitida

What is the family of Cynanchica nitida?

Asclepiadaceae

Species in the Cynanchica genus

Species in the Rubiaceae family

Acranthera abbreviata, Acranthera anamallica, Acranthera athroophlebia, Acranthera atropella, Acranthera aurantiaca, Acranthera axilliflora, Acranthera bullata, Acranthera capitata, Acranthera ceylanica, Acranthera didymocarpa, Acranthera endertii, Acranthera frutescens, Acranthera grandiflora, Acranthera hallieri, Acranthera hirtostipula, Acranthera involucrata, Acranthera johannis-winkleri, Acranthera lanceolata, Acranthera longipes, Acranthera longipetiolata, Acranthera maculata, Acranthera megaphylla, Acranthera monantha, Acranthera nieuwenhuisii, Acranthera ophiorhizoides, Acranthera parviflora, Acranthera philippensis, Acranthera ruttenii, Acranthera salmonea, Acranthera siamensis, Acranthera siliquosa, Acranthera simalurensis, Acranthera sinensis, Acranthera strigosa, Acranthera tomentosa, Acranthera variegata, Acranthera velutinervia, Acranthera yatesii, Acranthera philippinensis, Acranthera burmanica, Acranthera virescens, Acranthera hoangii, Acranthera collina, Acrobotrys discolor, Acrosynanthus jamaicensis, Acrosynanthus latifolius, Acrosynanthus minor, Acrosynanthus ovatus, Acrosynanthus parvifolius, Acrosynanthus revolutus,