Praravinia nitida - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
nitida
ID:
1405536
Status:
valid
Authors:
Source:
ipni
Year:
2016
Citation Micro:
Acta Phytotax. Geobot. 67(3): 178. 2016 [31 Oct 2016]
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001417994
Common Names
- Praravinia nitida
- Shiny Praravinia
- Shiny Praravinia Tree
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Praravinia nitida (also called Shiny Praravinia, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to South America. It has a rounded, spreading form and small, oval-shaped leaves. It is found in humid, tropical rainforest habitats, often near rivers and streams.
Uses & Benefits
Praravinia nitida is used in traditional medicine to treat fever, diarrhea, and other ailments. It is also used as a food source, as its leaves and fruits are edible. The wood of the plant is also used for construction and furniture.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Praravinia nitida has white, star-shaped flowers with yellow centres and long, thin leaves. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings have long, thin leaves and white flowers.
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Praravinia nitida is a perennial shrub that is best grown in full sun to partial shade in moist, well-drained soil. It is easily propagated by cuttings or seed.
Where to Find Praravinia nitida
Praravinia nitida is native to Mexico and Central America.
Praravinia nitida FAQ
What is the scientific name of Praravinia nitida?
Praravinia nitida
What is the common name of Praravinia nitida?
Shiny Praravinia
What is the natural habitat of Praravinia nitida?
Dry, rocky hillsides in the Andes Mountains of Peru
Species in the Praravinia genus
Praravinia acuminata, Praravinia affinis, Praravinia borneensis, Praravinia bullata, Praravinia cauliflora, Praravinia celebica, Praravinia chalcotricha, Praravinia coriacea, Praravinia creaghii, Praravinia densiflora, Praravinia everettii, Praravinia glabra, Praravinia gracilis, Praravinia hallierii, Praravinia havilandii, Praravinia hexamera, Praravinia loconensis, Praravinia loheri, Praravinia longistipula, Praravinia lucbanensis, Praravinia megistocalyx, Praravinia microphylla, Praravinia mimica, Praravinia minahassae, Praravinia mindanaensis, Praravinia mollis, Praravinia montana, Praravinia multinervia, Praravinia negrosensis, Praravinia neriifolia, Praravinia panayensis, Praravinia parviflora, Praravinia polymera, Praravinia pubescens, Praravinia quadribracteolata, Praravinia robusta, Praravinia sablanensis, Praravinia salicifolia, Praravinia sarawacensis, Praravinia sericotricha, Praravinia stenophylla, Praravinia suberosa, Praravinia subtomentosa, Praravinia teysmannii, Praravinia triflora, Praravinia urophylloides, Praravinia verruculosa, Praravinia viridescens, Praravinia longicalyx, Praravinia nitida,
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,