Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Species:
erinaceum
ID:
379319

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Pall.) Bunge

Source:
cmp

Year:
1862

Citation Micro:
Mém. Acad. Imp. Sci. Saint Pétersbourg, Sér. 7 , 4(11): 51 (1862)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000378651



Common Names

  • Erinaceum Nanophyton
  • Erinaceum Nanophyton
  • Erinaceum Nanophyton


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Synonyms

  • Nanophyton caspicum Less. [unknown]
  • Polycnemum erinaceum Pall. [unknown]
  • Anabasis caespitosa Stephan ex Moq. [unknown]
  • Anabasis sieversii Willd. ex Schult. [unknown]
  • Halimocnemis juniperina C.A.Mey. [unknown]

Description

Nanophyton erinaceum (also called 'Hedgehog Plant', among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to South Africa. It has small, white flowers with yellow centers and grows to a height of 1.5 meters. It is found in rocky, mountainous areas and is drought-tolerant.

Uses & Benefits

Nanophyton erinaceum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a food source for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Nanophyton erinaceum is a small, yellowish-brown spikelet, with a single floret. The seed is a small, dark brown nutlet. The seedlings are thin, grass-like, with a single stem and small, pointed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Nanophyton erinaceum is a small, evergreen shrub that is native to the Mediterranean region. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and rooted in a light, well-drained soil mix. Keep the cuttings in a warm, humid environment until they have rooted.

Where to Find Nanophyton erinaceum

Nanophyton erinaceum is native to the tropical rainforests of Central and South America. It can be found in the understory of the forest, near rivers and streams.

Nanophyton erinaceum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Nanophyton erinaceum?

Nanophyton erinaceum

What is the common name of Nanophyton erinaceum?

Hedgehog Nanophyton

What is the natural habitat of Nanophyton erinaceum?

Grasslands and scrublands of southern South America

Species in the Nanophyton genus

Species in the Amaranthaceae family

Achyranthes arborescens, Achyranthes aspera, Achyranthes bidentata, Achyranthes diandra, Achyranthes fasciculata, Achyranthes mangarevica, Achyranthes marchionica, Achyranthes margaretarum, Achyranthes mutica, Achyranthes splendens, Achyranthes talbotii, Achyranthes shahii, Achyropsis avicularis, Achyropsis filifolia, Achyropsis fruticulosa, Achyropsis gracilis, Achyropsis laniceps, Achyropsis leptostachya, Acroglochin obtusifolia, Acroglochin persicarioides, Aerva artemisioides, Aerva caudata, Aerva congesta, Aerva coriacea, Aerva edulis, Aerva glabrata, Aerva humbertii, Aerva javanica, Aerva lanata, Aerva leucura, Aerva madagassica, Aerva microphylla, Aerva monsonia, Aerva radicans, Aerva revoluta, Aerva sanguinolenta, Aerva timorensis, Aerva triangularifolia, Aerva villosa, Aerva wightii, Agathophora alopecuroides, Agriophyllum lateriflorum, Agriophyllum latifolium, Agriophyllum minus, Agriophyllum montasirii, Agriophyllum paletzkianum, Agriophyllum squarrosum, Allenrolfea occidentalis, Allenrolfea patagonica, Allenrolfea vaginata,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2377929: Based on the initial data import
Alexander Bunge (1803-1890): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bunge' in the authors string.
Peter Simon Pallas (1741-1811): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pall.' in the authors string.