Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Species:
myriantha
ID:
474819

Status:
valid

Authors:
Sond.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1860

Citation Micro:
Fl. Cap. 1: 147 (1860)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000474151



Common Names

  • Psammotropha myriantha
  • Myriantha Psammotropha
  • Myriantha's Psammotropha


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Synonyms

  • Psammotropha myriantha huillensis Welw. ex Oliv. [unknown]
  • Psammotropha breviscapa Burtt Davy [unknown]

Description

Psammotropha myriantha (also called Myriantha Sand-plant, among many other common names) is a small, herbaceous, perennial plant native to tropical regions of Africa. It has small, white flowers and grows in sandy, dry areas.

Uses & Benefits

Psammotropha myriantha is used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties. It is also used as a source of food for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Psammotropha myriantha has small yellow flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings have thin, light green stems and small, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Psammotropha myriantha is a small, evergreen shrub native to tropical Africa. It is usually propagated from seed, which should be sown in a warm, moist environment. The seedlings should be transplanted to individual containers when they are about 4 inches tall. Once established, the plants should be watered regularly and fertilized every few weeks.

Where to Find Psammotropha myriantha

Psammotropha myriantha is native to New Guinea.

Psammotropha myriantha FAQ

What is the scientific name of Psammotropha myriantha?

Psammotropha myriantha

What is the common name of Psammotropha myriantha?

Psammotropha myriantha

What is the natural habitat of Psammotropha myriantha?

Tropical and subtropical forests

Species in the Molluginaceae family

Adenogramma asparagoides, Adenogramma capillaris, Adenogramma congesta, Adenogramma glomerata, Adenogramma lichtensteiniana, Adenogramma littoralis, Adenogramma mollugo, Adenogramma physocalyx, Adenogramma rigida, Adenogramma sylvatica, Adenogramma teretifolia, Coelanthum grandiflorum, Coelanthum semiquinquefidum, Coelanthum verticillatum, Glinus bainesii, Glinus herniarioides, Glinus lotoides, Glinus microphyllus, Glinus oppositifolius, Glinus orygioides, Glinus radiatus, Glinus runkewitzii, Glinus sessiliflorus, Glinus setiflorus, Glischrothamnus ulei, Hypertelis angrae-pequenae, Hypertelis arenicola, Hypertelis bowkeriana, Hypertelis caespitosa, Hypertelis salsoloides, Hypertelis spergulacea, Hypertelis trachysperma, Mollugo verticillata, Mollugo pinosia, Mollugo nudicaulis, Mollugo cerviana, Mollugo fragilis, Mollugo angustifolia, Mollugo namaquensis, Mollugo pusilla, Mollugo tenella, Mollugo walteri, Mollugo decandra, Mollugo caespitosa, Mollugo pentaphylla, Mollugo stricta, Mollugo snodgrassii, Mollugo crockeri, Mollugo flavescens, Mollugo floriana,

References