Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Rosales
Family:
Species:
lusitanica
ID:
473858

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1753

Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl. : 1052 (1753)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000473190

Common Names

  • Parietaria Lusitanica
  • Lusitanica Parietaria
  • Lusitanica's Parietaria

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Description

Parietaria lusitanica (also called 'Lusitanian Pellitory', among many other common names) is a small shrub native to the Mediterranean region. It has small, oval-shaped leaves and small yellow flowers. It grows in dry, sunny habitats such as rocky hillsides and coastal areas.

Uses & Benefits

Parietaria lusitanica is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is known for its attractive foliage and its ability to tolerate a wide range of growing conditions. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Parietaria lusitanica sub. chersonensis (Láng) Chrtek
Parietaria lusitanica sub. lusitanica

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Parietaria lusitanica has small, greenish-yellow flowers and small, black seeds. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Parietaria lusitanica is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers a moist, well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. It can tolerate some drought but will need regular watering during dry periods. It can be pruned back after flowering to encourage bushier growth.

Where to Find Parietaria lusitanica

Parietaria lusitanica is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in Spain, Italy, and Greece.

Parietaria lusitanica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Parietaria lusitanica?

Parietaria lusitanica

What is the common name of Parietaria lusitanica?

Lusitanian Pellitory

Where is Parietaria lusitanica native to?

Portugal

Species in the Urticaceae family

Archiboehmeria atrata, Astrothalamus reticulatus, Australina flaccida, Australina pusilla, Australina pusilla, Boehmeria aspera, Boehmeria balslevii, Boehmeria beyeri, Boehmeria brevirostris, Boehmeria bullata, Boehmeria burgeriana, Boehmeria caudata, Boehmeria celtidifolia, Boehmeria clidemioides, Boehmeria conica, Boehmeria cylindrica, Boehmeria densiflora, Boehmeria depauperata, Boehmeria didymogyne, Boehmeria dura, Boehmeria egregia, Boehmeria excelsa, Boehmeria grandis, Boehmeria hamiltoniana, Boehmeria helferi, Boehmeria heterophylla, Boehmeria holosericea, Boehmeria japonica, Boehmeria kiusiana, Boehmeria kurzii, Boehmeria lanceolata, Boehmeria martii, Boehmeria multiflora, Boehmeria nakashimae, Boehmeria nivea, Boehmeria ourantha, Boehmeria pavonii, Boehmeria penduliflora, Boehmeria pilosiuscula, Boehmeria platanifolia, Boehmeria polystachya, Boehmeria radiata, Boehmeria ramiflora, Boehmeria repens, Boehmeria rugosissima, Boehmeria siamensis, Boehmeria sieboldiana, Boehmeria spicigera, Boehmeria splitgerbera, Boehmeria ternifolia,

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