Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Genus:
Species:
nitidum
ID:
676892

Status:
valid

Authors:
DC.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1828

Citation Micro:
Prodr. 3: 30 (1828)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000676224

Common Names

  • Shiny Bristle-fern
  • Shiny Erisma
  • Shiny Bristle-fern

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Synonyms

  • Qualea lutea Desf. ex Link [unknown]

Description

Erisma nitidum (also called Shiny Eriphia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Asphodelaceae family. It is native to South Africa and is found in grasslands and rocky slopes. It has a basal rosette of leaves and a single, unbranched stem with yellow-orange flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Erisma nitidum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used for erosion control and as a ground cover. It is drought tolerant and attracts bees and butterflies.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Erisma nitidum are white and bell-shaped, with five petals. The seeds are small, round, and black. The seedlings are slender and have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Erisma nitidum is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division and seeds. It prefers a sunny position and moist soil. It can tolerate light frost and can be grown in USDA Hardiness Zones 8-10.

Where to Find Erisma nitidum

Erisma nitidum can be found in Brazil, particularly in the Atlantic Forest region.

Erisma nitidum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Erisma nitidum?

Erisma nitidum

What is the common name of Erisma nitidum?

Shiny Erisma

What is the natural habitat of Erisma nitidum?

Tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests

Species in the Vochysiaceae family

Callisthene dryadum, Callisthene erythroclada, Callisthene fasciculata, Callisthene inundata, Callisthene major, Callisthene microphylla, Callisthene minor, Callisthene mollissima, Erisma arietinum, Erisma bicolor, Erisma blancoa, Erisma bracteosum, Erisma calcaratum, Erisma costatum, Erisma djalma-batistae, Erisma floribundum, Erisma fuscum, Erisma gracile, Erisma japura, Erisma lanceolatum, Erisma laurifolium, Erisma maliforme, Erisma megalophyllum, Erisma micranthum, Erisma nitidum, Erisma niveum, Erisma silvae, Erisma splendens, Erisma tessmannii, Erisma uncinatum, Erisma panamense, Erismadelphus exsul, Erismadelphus sessilis, Korupodendron songweanum, Qualea marioniae, Qualea johannabakkerae, Qualea acuminata, Qualea amapaensis, Qualea amoena, Qualea brasiliana, Qualea brevipedicellata, Qualea calantha, Qualea calophylla, Qualea clavata, Qualea coerulea, Qualea cordata, Qualea cryptantha, Qualea cyanea, Qualea cymulosa, Qualea decorticans,