Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Genus:
Species:
nivicola
ID:
1268213

Status:
valid

Authors:
Bredenk. & A.E.van Wyk

Source:
tro

Year:
2002

Citation Micro:
Bothalia 32: 77 (2002)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001267551

Common Names

  • Snow Passerina
  • Snow Passerina
  • Snow Passerina

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Description

Passerina nivicola (also called Snow Bunting, among many other common names) is a species of bird in the Calcariidae family. It is found in North America and is a common breeder in the Arctic tundra.

Uses & Benefits

Passerina nivicola is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, parks, and other outdoor spaces. It is known for its bright, showy flowers and its long flowering season. It is also used medicinally for its antiseptic and anti-inflammatory properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Passerina nivicola is white and has five petals. The seed is small, black and oval shaped. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Passerina nivicola is a shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -5°C (23°F). It can be propagated by seed or cuttings.

Where to Find Passerina nivicola

Passerina nivicola is native to Mexico and can be found in the wild in the states of Chiapas, Guerrero, Hidalgo, Jalisco, Michoacán, Morelos, Oaxaca, Puebla, and Veracruz.

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record tro-50227582: Based on the initial data import
Abraham Erasmus van Wyk (b.1952): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.E.van Wyk' in the authors string.
Christina Lindith Bredenkamp (b.1947): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bredenk.' in the authors string.