Status:
valid
Authors:
Miers
Source:
SolanaceaeSource.org
Year:
1846
Citation Micro:
Hooker's J. Bot. Kew Gard. Misc. 5: 173. 1846.
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001024124
Common Names
- Pinifolia Nierembergia
- Nierembergia pinifolia
- Pinifolia Nierembergia
Description
Nierembergia pinifolia (also called Pineleaf Nierembergia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the nightshade family Solanaceae. It is native to South America, where it is found in Argentina, Bolivia, Brazil, Paraguay and Uruguay. It typically grows in moist places, such as along the banks of streams and rivers.
Uses & Benefits
Nierembergia pinifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and can be used to attract butterflies and bees.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Nierembergia pinifolia is a small, white, star-shaped bloom with five petals. The seed is small and round and the seedlings are thin and delicate.
Cultivation and Propagation
Nierembergia pinifolia is a perennial plant that is easy to propagate from seed. It prefers a sunny location and well-drained soil. It can be propagated by division or cuttings. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -5°C (23°F).
Where to Find Nierembergia pinifolia
Nierembergia pinifolia is native to South America and can also be found in parts of Central America and the Caribbean.
Species in the Nierembergia genus
Nierembergia angustifolia,
Nierembergia aristata,
Nierembergia browallioides,
Nierembergia calycina,
Nierembergia ericoides,
Nierembergia espinosae,
Nierembergia graveolens,
Nierembergia hatschbachii,
Nierembergia linariifolia,
Nierembergia micrantha,
Nierembergia minima,
Nierembergia pinifolia,
Nierembergia pulchella,
Nierembergia rigida,
Nierembergia riograndensis,
Nierembergia rivularis,
Nierembergia scoparia,
Nierembergia tandilensis,
Nierembergia tucumanensis,
Nierembergia veitchii,
Species in the Solanaceae family