Nierembergia riograndensis - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Solanales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
riograndensis
ID:
1024798
Status:
valid
Authors:
Hunz. & A.A.Cocucci
Source:
SolanaceaeSource.org
Year:
1993
Citation Micro:
Lorentzia 7: 11, f. 2. 1993
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001024136
Common Names
- Riograndensis Nierembergia
- Nierembergia riograndensis
- Riograndensis Nierembergia
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Nierembergia riograndensis (also called Rio Grande 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 riograndensis 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 riograndensis is bell-shaped, white to pale blue in color, and has a mild, sweet scent. The seed is small, round and black. The seedlings are slender, with long, narrow leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Nierembergia riograndensis 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 riograndensis
Nierembergia riograndensis is native to Argentina, Uruguay, and Brazil. It can be found in dry and rocky soils, and is often found in gardens and flower beds.
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
References
Armando Theodoro Hunziker (1919-2001): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hunz.' in the authors string.
Andrea A. Cocucci (b.1959): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.A.Cocucci' in the authors string.
Solanaceae Source record for this taxon: Based on the initial data import