Status:
valid
Authors:
(H.Lév. & Vaniot) J.Wen & Z.L.Nie
Source:
ipni
Year:
2014
Citation Micro:
PhytoKeys 42: 15 (2014)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001340500
Common Names
- Nekemias chaffanjonii
- Chaffanjonii Nekemias
- Chaffanjonii's Nekemias
Description
Nekemias chaffanjonii (also called Chaffanjon's Nekemias, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant that grows up to 50 cm tall. It is native to China and grows in moist forests, meadows, and along streams.
Uses & Benefits
Nekemias chaffanjonii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover in landscaping.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Nekemias chaffanjonii has small, white flowers with five petals and yellow anthers. Its seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of cotyledons.
Cultivation and Propagation
Nekemias chaffanjonii is a small, evergreen shrub that grows in dry, rocky areas. It can be propagated from cuttings or by seed. Cuttings should be taken from the tips of the branches in early spring or late summer. The cuttings should be planted in a well-draining potting mix and kept in a warm, sunny location. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining potting mix and kept in a warm, sunny location. The seedlings should be transplanted when they are large enough to handle.
Where to Find Nekemias chaffanjonii
Nekemias chaffanjonii is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Central and South America, including Mexico, Colombia, and Peru.
Nekemias chaffanjonii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Nekemias chaffanjonii?
Nekemias chaffanjonii
What is the natural habitat of Nekemias chaffanjonii?
Tropical and subtropical moist montane forests
What is the average height of Nekemias chaffanjonii?
Up to 1 m
Species in the Nekemias genus
Species in the Vitaceae family
Acareosperma spireanum,
Ampelocissus birii,
Ampelocissus abyssinica,
Ampelocissus acapulcensis,
Ampelocissus acetosa,
Ampelocissus aculeata,
Ampelocissus africana,
Ampelocissus amentaceus,
Ampelocissus angolensis,
Ampelocissus arachnoidea,
Ampelocissus araneosa,
Ampelocissus artemisiifolia,
Ampelocissus ascendiflora,
Ampelocissus banaensis,
Ampelocissus barbata,
Ampelocissus bombycina,
Ampelocissus borneensis,
Ampelocissus botryostachys,
Ampelocissus butoensis,
Ampelocissus capillaris,
Ampelocissus cardiospermoides,
Ampelocissus celebica,
Ampelocissus chaffanjonii,
Ampelocissus changensis,
Ampelocissus cinnamomea,
Ampelocissus complanata,
Ampelocissus concinna,
Ampelocissus debilis,
Ampelocissus dekindtiana,
Ampelocissus dichothrix,
Ampelocissus dissecta,
Ampelocissus divaricata,
Ampelocissus dolichobotrys,
Ampelocissus edulis,
Ampelocissus elegans,
Ampelocissus elephantina,
Ampelocissus erdvendbergianus,
Ampelocissus filipes,
Ampelocissus floccosus,
Ampelocissus frutescens,
Ampelocissus gardineri,
Ampelocissus gracilipes,
Ampelocissus gracilis,
Ampelocissus harmandii,
Ampelocissus helferi,
Ampelocissus hoabinhensis,
Ampelocissus humulifolia,
Ampelocissus imperialis,
Ampelocissus indica,
Ampelocissus iomalla,
References
Jun Wen (b.1963): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.Wen' in the authors string.
Ze Long Nie: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Z.L.Nie' in the authors string.