Status:
valid
Authors:
(Ruiz & Pav.) Barlow & Wiens
Source:
cmp
Year:
1971
Citation Micro:
Taxon 20: 307 (1971)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000413199
Common Names
- Tristerix verticillatus
- Verticillatus Tristerix
- Tristerix
Synonyms
- Loxanthera sternbergianus Blume [unknown]
- Loranthus verticillatus Ruiz & Pav. [unknown]
- Phrygilanthus verticillatus Eichler [unknown]
- Loranthus poeppigii DC. [unknown]
- Metastachys verticellatus Tiegh. [unknown]
- Notanthera verticellatus (Ruiz & Pav.) G.Don [unknown]
- Loranthus sternbergianus Schult.f. in Roem. & Schult. [unknown]
- Psittacanthus sternbergianus Blume [unknown]
- Notanthera sternbergianus G.Don [unknown]
- Phrygilanthus sternbergianus (Schult.f.) H.E.Moore [unknown]
- Notanthera poeppigii G.Don [unknown]
- Phrygilanthus verticillatus flava-citrina Ruiz [unknown]
Description
Tristerix verticillatus (also called Whorled Lousewort, among many other common names) is a shrub native to the Andes mountains of South America. It is an evergreen shrub with whorled leaves and small, white flowers. It grows in rocky areas and in open woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Tristerix verticillatus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat fever, colds, and headaches.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Tristerix verticillatus are small and white, with five petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Tristerix verticillatus is a small, evergreen shrub that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and can tolerate some drought. Propagation is by seed or cuttings.
Where to Find Tristerix verticillatus
Tristerix verticillatus can be found in the tropical forests of India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar.
Tristerix verticillatus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Tristerix verticillatus?
Tristerix verticillatus
What is the common name of Tristerix verticillatus?
Tristerix verticillatus
What is the family of Tristerix verticillatus?
Loranthaceae
Species in the Tristerix genus
Tristerix verticillatus,
Tristerix corymbosus,
Tristerix grandiflorus,
Tristerix longibracteatus,
Tristerix peruvianus,
Tristerix aphyllus,
Tristerix penduliflorus,
Tristerix secundus,
Tristerix pubescens,
Tristerix peytonii,
Tristerix chodatianus,
Tristerix rhodanthus,
Tristerix divaricatus,
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,