Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Species:
nivalis
ID:
393293

Status:
valid

Authors:
(J.F.Gmel.) D.V.Field & J.R.I.Wood

Source:
cmp

Year:
1983

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 38: 215 (1983)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000392625

Common Names

  • Nivalis Pentatropis
  • Nivalis False Flax
  • Nivalis Bastard Flax

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Synonyms

  • Oxystelma caudatum Buch.-Ham. ex Wall. [unknown]
  • Pentatropis hoyoides K.Schum. [unknown]
  • Pentatropis cynanchoides R.Br. ex N.E.Br. [unknown]
  • Pentatropis rigida Chiov. [unknown]
  • Strobopetalum carnosum N.E.Br. [unknown]
  • Asclepias forsskalii Schult. [unknown]
  • Asclepias nivalis J.F.Gmel. [unknown]
  • Asclepias nivea Forssk. [illegitimate]
  • Pentatropis madagascariensis Decne. [unknown]
  • Pentatropis senegalensis Decne. [unknown]
  • Pentarrhinum fasciculatum K.Schum. [unknown]
  • Pentatropis fasciculatus (K.Schum.) N.E.Br. [unknown]
  • Pentatropis nivalis madagascariensis (Decne.) Liede & Meve [unknown]

Description

Pentatropis nivalis (also called Snow Pentatropis, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It grows in rocky and sandy soils and prefers cool climates. It has a short stem with light green leaves and small white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Pentatropis nivalis has been used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments such as fever, headache, and stomachache.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Pentatropis nivalis has white flowers with five petals and yellow stamens. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pentatropis nivalis is a perennial herbaceous plant that can be propagated by division or seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Water regularly during the growing season and fertilize once a month with a balanced fertilizer.

Where to Find Pentatropis nivalis

Pentatropis nivalis is native to the Mediterranean region.

Pentatropis nivalis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pentatropis nivalis?

Pentatropis nivalis

What is the common name of Pentatropis nivalis?

Snowy Pentatropis

What is the natural habitat of Pentatropis nivalis?

Forests and mountain slopes in China

Species in the Apocynaceae family

Acokanthera laevigata, Acokanthera oblongifolia, Acokanthera oppositifolia, Acokanthera rotundata, Acokanthera schimperi, Adenium boehmianum, Adenium multiflorum, Adenium obesum, Adenium oleifolium, Adenium swazicum, Adenium dhofarense, Aganosma breviloba, Aganosma cymosa, Aganosma gracilis, Aganosma lacei, Aganosma petelotii, Aganosma schlechteriana, Aganosma siamensis, Aganosma wallichii, Aganosma heynei, Alafia alba, Alafia barteri, Alafia benthamii, Alafia berrieri, Alafia calophylla, Alafia caudata, Alafia erythrophthalma, Alafia falcata, Alafia fuscata, Alafia insularis, Alafia intermedia, Alafia landolphioides, Alafia lucida, Alafia microstylis, Alafia multiflora, Alafia nigrescens, Alafia orientalis, Alafia parciflora, Alafia pauciflora, Alafia perrieri, Alafia schumannii, Alafia thouarsii, Alafia vallium, Alafia verschuereni, Alafia whytei, Alafia zambesiaca, Allamanda calcicola, Allamanda angustifolia, Allamanda blanchetii, Allamanda cathartica,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2405228: Based on the initial data import
Johann Friedrich Gmelin (1748-1804): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.F.Gmel.' in the authors string.
John Richard Ironside Wood (b.1944): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.R.I.Wood' in the authors string.
David Vincent Field (b.1937): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.V.Field' in the authors string.