Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Genus:
Species:
nisidai
ID:
476235

Status:
valid

Authors:
Kaneh.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1933

Citation Micro:
Fl. Micron. : 248 (1933)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000475567

Common Names

  • Phaleria nisidai
  • Nisida's Phaleria
  • Phaleria Nisida

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Description

Phaleria nisidai (also called Nisida's phaleria, among many other common names) is a species of plant in the Thymelaeaceae family. It is an evergreen shrub with opposite leaves that are oblong to ovate in shape. It is native to the Philippines, and is found in montane forests at elevations of 1,000-2,000 meters.

Uses & Benefits

Phaleria nisidai is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Phaleria nisidai has small, white flowers with black seeds. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Phaleria nisidai is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division of clumps or by cuttings. It prefers a sunny position in well-drained soil and is drought tolerant once established. It can tolerate temperatures down to -20°C and can be pruned in late winter to keep the plant tidy and encourage new growth.

Where to Find Phaleria nisidai

Phaleria nisidai can be found in the tropical forests of South America, particularly in the Amazon rainforest.

Phaleria nisidai FAQ

What is the scientific name of Phaleria nisidai?

Phaleria nisidai

What is the common name of Phaleria nisidai?

Nisidai's Phaleria

What is the natural habitat of Phaleria nisidai?

Mountain meadows and woodlands

Species in the Thymelaeaceae family

Aetoxylon sympetalum, Amyxa pluricornis, Aquilaria apiculata, Aquilaria baillonii, Aquilaria banaense, Aquilaria beccariana, Aquilaria brachyantha, Aquilaria citrinicarpa, Aquilaria crassna, Aquilaria cumingiana, Aquilaria decemcostata, Aquilaria filaria, Aquilaria hirta, Aquilaria khasiana, Aquilaria microcarpa, Aquilaria parvifolia, Aquilaria rostrata, Aquilaria rugosa, Aquilaria sinensis, Aquilaria subintegra, Aquilaria urdanetensis, Aquilaria yunnanensis, Aquilaria malaccensis, Aquilaria banaensis, Arnhemia cryptantha, Atemnosiphon coriaceus, Craterosiphon beniensis, Craterosiphon devredii, Craterosiphon louisii, Craterosiphon micranthum, Craterosiphon montanus, Craterosiphon pseudoscandens, Craterosiphon quarrei, Craterosiphon scandens, Craterosiphon schmitzii, Craterosiphon soyauxii, Craterosiphon beniense, Dais cotinifolia, Dais glaucescens, Daphne wolongensis, Daphne hekouensis, Daphne acutiloba, Daphne alpina, Daphne altaica, Daphne arbuscula, Daphne arisanensis, Daphne aurantiaca, Daphne axillaris, Daphne bholua, Daphne blagayana,