Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Genus:
Species:
retusa
ID:
381707

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Forssk.) Asch.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1876

Citation Micro:
Verh. Bot. Vereins Prov. Brandenburg 18: 94 (1876)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000381039



Common Names

  • Retuse Nitre Bush
  • Nitraria retusa
  • Retuse Saltbush


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Synonyms

  • Nitraria sericea Jaub. & Spach [unknown]
  • Nitraria tridentata Desf. [unknown]
  • Peganum retusum Forssk. [unknown]
  • Berberis africana Hebenstr. & Ludw. ex Schult.f. [unknown]
  • Nitraria senegalensis Poir. [unknown]

Description

Nitraria retusa (also called Retuse nitre-bush, among many other common names) is a species of shrub in the Nitrariaceae family. It is an evergreen shrub with a woody stem, reaching up to 1 m tall. It is native to Australia, and is found in dry, sandy soils.

Uses & Benefits

Nitraria retusa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat digestive disorders, fever, and inflammation.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Nitraria retusa is yellow and tubular with five petals. The seed is a small, black, three-angled nutlet. The seedlings have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Nitraria retusa is a perennial plant native to South Africa. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or division of the rootstock. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a warm, sunny location. Division of the rootstock should be done in late spring or early summer.

Where to Find Nitraria retusa

Nitraria retusa is native to North Africa, the Middle East, and Central Asia.

Nitraria retusa FAQ

What are the common uses of Nitraria retusa?

Nitraria retusa is used as an ornamental plant and for medicinal purposes.

How can Nitraria retusa be propagated?

Nitraria retusa can be propagated through seed or cuttings.

What is the ideal growing environment for Nitraria retusa?

Nitraria retusa prefers a dry, sunny environment with well-drained soil.

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2382413: Based on the initial data import
Paul Friedrich August Ascherson (1834-1913): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Asch.' in the authors string.
Peter Forsskål (1732-1763): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Forssk.' in the authors string.