Status:
valid
Authors:
DC.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1830
Citation Micro:
Prodr. 4: 617 (1830)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000302658
Common Names
- Nitida Salzmannia
- Nitid Salzmannia
- Nitid Salzmania
Description
Salzmannia nitida (also called Shiny Salzmannia, among many other common names) is a shrub native to Central America. It has white flowers and grows in moist, shady areas.
Uses & Benefits
Salzmannia nitida is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, cold, cough, and headaches.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Salzmannia nitida has small, white flowers that are fragrant and have five petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have a single, oval-shaped leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Salzmannia nitida is a shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers and will tolerate some drought. It is best to water regularly and fertilize in the spring.
Where to Find Salzmannia nitida
Salzmannia nitida is native to Mexico.
Salzmannia nitida FAQ
What is the scientific name of Salzmannia nitida?
Salzmannia nitida
What is the common name of Salzmannia nitida?
Shiny Salzmannia
What is the natural habitat of Salzmannia nitida?
It is native to Mexico and is found in pine-oak forests and scrubland
Species in the Salzmannia 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,