Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Santalales
Genus:
Species:
nitens
ID:
469245

Status:
valid

Authors:
Eichler

Source:
cmp

Year:
1868

Citation Micro:
Fl. Bras. 5(2): 59 (1868)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000468577

Common Names

  • Phthirusa nitens
  • Shining Phthirusa
  • Nitens Phthirusa

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Synonyms

  • Loranthus nitens Mart. [unknown]
  • Passovia nitens (Mart.) Tiegh. [unknown]
  • Struthanthus nitens Mart. [unknown]
  • Struthanthus pseudolepidotus Rizzini [unknown]

Description

Phthirusa nitens (also called Shiny Rush, among many other common names) is an annual grass-like plant native to the Mediterranean region. It typically grows in moist, sandy soils and is often found in disturbed habitats such as roadsides and cultivated fields.

Uses & Benefits

Phthirusa nitens is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It has a long flowering period and is known to attract butterflies and bees. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Phthirusa nitens is yellow and has five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, with a single stem and a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Phthirusa nitens is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers moist soils and partial shade, and can tolerate some drought. It can be grown in containers, but will need to be divided every few years.

Where to Find Phthirusa nitens

Phthirusa nitens is native to South America.

Phthirusa nitens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Phthirusa nitens?

Phthirusa nitens

What is the common name of Phthirusa nitens?

Shiny Phthirusa

Where is Phthirusa nitens found?

Central and South America

Species in the Loranthaceae family

Actinanthella menyharthii, Actinanthella wyliei, Aetanthus andreanus, Aetanthus colombianus, Aetanthus coriaceus, Aetanthus dichotomus, Aetanthus engelsii, Aetanthus macranthus, Aetanthus mutisii, Aetanthus nodosus, Aetanthus ornatus, Aetanthus ovalis, Aetanthus trifolius, Aetanthus prolongatus, Aetanthus sessilifolius, Aetanthus verticillatus, Aetanthus megaphyllus, Aetanthus pascoensis, Aetanthus tachirensis, Aetanthus validus, Agelanthus atrocoronatus, Agelanthus bipartitus, Agelanthus brunneus, Agelanthus combreticola, Agelanthus copaiferae, Agelanthus crassifolius, Agelanthus deltae, Agelanthus dichrous, Agelanthus discolor, Agelanthus djurensis, Agelanthus dodonaeifolius, Agelanthus elegantulus, Agelanthus entebbensis, Agelanthus falcifolius, Agelanthus flammeus, Agelanthus fuellebornii, Agelanthus gilgii, Agelanthus glaucoviridis, Agelanthus glomeratus, Agelanthus gracilis, Agelanthus guineensis, Agelanthus henriquesii, Agelanthus heteromorphus, Agelanthus igneus, Agelanthus irangensis, Agelanthus kayseri, Agelanthus keilii, Agelanthus krausei, Agelanthus kraussianus, Agelanthus lancifolius,

References