Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Santalales
Genus:
Species:
inorna
ID:
749575

Status:
valid

Authors:
(B.L.Rob. & Greenm.) Kuijt

Source:
ksu

Year:
2011

Citation Micro:
Pl. Divers. Evol. 129: 171 (2011)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000748908



Common Names

  • Phthirusa Inorna
  • Inorna Phthirusa
  • Phthirusa Inorna


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Synonyms

  • Cladocolea inorna (B.L.Rob. & Greenm.) Kuijt [unknown]
  • Ixocactus inornus (B.L.Rob. & Greenm.) Kuijt [unknown]
  • Loranthus inornus B.L.Rob. & Greenm. [unknown]
  • Struthanthus inornus Standl. [unknown]

Description

Phthirusa inorna (also called 'Inornate Phthirusa', among many other common names) is a small shrub that is native to India and grows in dry, rocky habitats. It has small, white flowers and long, narrow leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Phthirusa inorna is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Phthirusa inorna is a white, bell-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown, oblong seed. The seedlings are small, with a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Phthirusa inorna is a perennial herb native to South America. It can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun. It can be grown in containers or in the ground.

Where to Find Phthirusa inorna

Phthirusa inorna can be found in the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.

Phthirusa inorna FAQ

What is the scientific name of Phthirusa inorna?

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What is the common name of Phthirusa inorna?

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Where is Phthirusa inorna native to?

India

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

Benjamin Lincoln Robinson (1864-1935): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.L.Rob.' in the authors string.
Jesse More Greenman (1867-1951): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Greenm.' in the authors string.
Job Kuijt (b.1930): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kuijt' in the authors string.