Nissolia gentryi - Uses, Benefits & Care
Status:
valid
Authors:
Rudd
Source:
tro
Year:
1991
Citation Micro:
Acta Bot. Mex.15: 26 (1991)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001262518
Common Names
- Nissolia gentryi
- Gentryi Nissolia
- Gentry Nissolia
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Nissolia gentryi (also called Gentry's Nissolia, among many other common names) is a small shrub native to South America. It is a hardy plant, growing to a height of 1-2 metres, with small, white, star-shaped flowers. It prefers well-drained soils in full sun or partial shade, and is drought and frost tolerant.
Uses & Benefits
Nissolia gentryi is an ornamental plant that is used for ground cover in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used to create bonsai trees.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Nissolia gentryi has small, yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black in color. The seedlings are small and have a single cotyledon.
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Nissolia gentryi can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, light soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and placed in a rooting medium.
Where to Find Nissolia gentryi
Nissolia gentryi is native to the western United States and Canada.
Nissolia gentryi FAQ
What is the scientific name of Nissolia gentryi?
Nissolia gentryi
What is the common name of Nissolia gentryi?
No common name
What is the natural habitat of Nissolia gentryi?
Dry, rocky areas
Species in the Nissolia genus
Nissolia hintonii, Nissolia laxior, Nissolia leiogyne, Nissolia montana, Nissolia pringlei, Nissolia setosa, Nissolia chiapensis, Nissolia fruticosa, Nissolia platycalyx, Nissolia platycarpa, Nissolia schottii, Nissolia wislizeni, Nissolia microptera, Nissolia gentryi, Nissolia ruddiae, Nissolia longiloba, Nissolia tomentosa, Nissolia vincentina, Nissolia weberbaueri, Nissolia blanchetiana, Nissolia peruviana, Nissolia chacoensis, Nissolia klugii, Nissolia latisiliqua, Nissolia longiflora, Nissolia acutifolia, Nissolia brasiliensis, Nissolia nigricans, Nissolia bracteosa, Nissolia rondonensis, Nissolia subulata, Nissolia stipulata,
Species in the Fabaceae family
References
Velva Elaine Rudd (1910-1999): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rudd' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Nissolia gentryi Rudd: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.