Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
rara
ID:
1333828

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.Gut.

Source:
ipni

Year:
2016

Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 269: 114 (2016)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001346282

Common Names

  • Petronymphe rara
  • Rare Petronymphe
  • Rare Petronymphe Plant

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Description

Petronymphe rara (also called Rare Petronymphe, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It grows in dry grasslands and scrublands, and can reach up to 30 cm in height.

Uses & Benefits

Petronymphe rara is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used to make traditional medicines.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The Petronymphe rara has small, white flowers that are arranged in dense clusters. The seeds are small, black, and have a smooth surface. The seedlings are short, with a single leaf and a short stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Petronymphe rara is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It can be grown in containers or in the ground.

Where to Find Petronymphe rara

Petronymphe rara can be found in the mountains of Madagascar.

Petronymphe rara FAQ

What type of plant is Petronymphe rara?

Petronymphe rara is a species of flowering plant in the Rubiaceae family.

Where does Petronymphe rara grow?

Petronymphe rara is native to India.

What is the lifespan of Petronymphe rara?

Petronymphe rara is a perennial plant with a lifespan of several years.

Species in the Petronymphe genus

Species in the Asparagaceae family

Acanthocarpus canaliculatus, Acanthocarpus humilis, Acanthocarpus parviflorus, Acanthocarpus preissii, Acanthocarpus robustus, Acanthocarpus rupestris, Acanthocarpus verticillatus, Agave acicularis, Agave acklinicola, Agave ajoensis, Agave aktites, Agave albescens, Agave albomarginata, Agave americana, Agave angustiarum, Agave angustifolia, Agave anomala, Agave antillarum, Agave apedicellata, Agave applanata, Agave arizonica, Agave arubensis, Agave asperrima, Agave atrovirens, Agave attenuata, Agave aurea, Agave avellanidens, Agave bahamana, Agave bicolor, Agave boldinghiana, Agave bovicornuta, Agave braceana, Agave bracteosa, Agave brevipetala, Agave brevispina, Agave brittoniana, Agave brunnea, Agave bulliana, Agave cacozela, Agave cajalbanensis, Agave calodonta, Agave capensis, Agave caribaeicola, Agave cerulata, Agave chamelensis, Agave chiapensis, Agave chrysantha, Agave chrysoglossa, Agave cocui, Agave collina,

References

Jorge Gutiérrez: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.Gut.' in the authors string.