Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Arecales
Family:
Species:
ritchieana
ID:
250105

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Griff.) Aitch.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1882

Citation Micro:
J. Linn. Soc., Bot. 19: 187 (1882)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000249437

Common Names

  • Nannorrhops ritchieana
  • Ritchie's Nannorrhops
  • Ritchie's Palm

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Description

Nannorrhops ritchieana (also called Ritchie's Nannorrhops, among many other common names) is a shrub native to the Arabian Peninsula. It grows up to 4 feet tall and has oval, pointed leaves that are green in color. It is found in tropical and subtropical regions, in open forests, grasslands, and along roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Nannorrhops ritchieana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases and wounds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Nannorrhops ritchieana are white and have five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Nannorrhops ritchieana is a small, evergreen shrub native to the Middle East. It grows best in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained, sandy soil. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood shoots in late summer or early autumn.

Where to Find Nannorrhops ritchieana

Nannorrhops ritchieana can be found in the Middle East, from Iraq to Saudi Arabia and south to Yemen.

Nannorrhops ritchieana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Nannorrhops ritchieana?

Nannorrhops ritchieana

What is the common name of Nannorrhops ritchieana?

Nannorrhops

What is the family of Nannorrhops ritchieana?

Zygophyllaceae

Species in the Nannorrhops genus

Species in the Arecaceae family

Acanthophoenix crinita, Acanthophoenix rubra, Acanthophoenix rousselii, Acoelorraphe wrightii, Acrocomia aculeata, Acrocomia crispa, Acrocomia hassleri, Acrocomia intumescens, Acrocomia totai, Acrocomia emensis, Acrocomia glaucescens, Acrocomia corumbaensi, Actinorhytis calapparia, Actinorhytis calapparia, Adonidia merrillii, Adonidia dransfieldii, Aiphanes graminifolia, Aiphanes bicornis, Aiphanes buenaventurae, Aiphanes multiplex, Aiphanes acaulis, Aiphanes chiribogensis, Aiphanes concinna, Aiphanes deltoidea, Aiphanes duquei, Aiphanes eggersii, Aiphanes erinacea, Aiphanes gelatinosa, Aiphanes grandis, Aiphanes hirsuta, Aiphanes horrida, Aiphanes killipii, Aiphanes leiostachys, Aiphanes lindeniana, Aiphanes linearis, Aiphanes macroloba, Aiphanes minima, Aiphanes parvifolia, Aiphanes pilaris, Aiphanes simplex, Aiphanes spicata, Aiphanes tricuspidata, Aiphanes truncata, Aiphanes ulei, Aiphanes verrucosa, Aiphanes weberbaueri, Aiphanes argos, Aiphanes tatama, Aiphanes gloria, Aiphanes decipiens,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-133083: Based on the initial data import
James Edward Tierney Aitchison (1836-1898): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Aitch.' in the authors string.
William Griffith (1810-1845): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Griff.' in the authors string.