Status:
valid
Authors:
(Sterneck) Pau
Source:
Year:
1909
Citation Micro:
Actas Mem. Prim. Congr. Nat. Esp. Zaragoza : 248 (1909)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-1200039125
Common Names
- Rhinanthus pumilus
- Dwarf Rattle
- Dwarf Yellow-rattle
Description
Rhinanthus pumilus (also called Dwarf Yellow Rattle, among many other common names) is an annual plant in the Orobanchaceae family. It has a single stem with a few branches and small, yellow flowers. It is native to North Africa and the Middle East, and is found in dry, rocky areas.
Uses & Benefits
Rhinanthus pumilus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Rhinanthus pumilus sub. apuanus (Soldano) L.Sáez
Rhinanthus pumilus sub. pumilus
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Rhinanthus pumilus has small, white to pink flowers with four petals. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Rhinanthus pumilus is an annual herbaceous plant that is native to Europe and Asia. It is easy to propagate from seed, and can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and is tolerant of dry conditions. It can be propagated by division in spring or autumn.
Where to Find Rhinanthus pumilus
Rhinanthus pumilus can be found in Europe and North Africa.
Rhinanthus pumilus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Rhinanthus pumilus?
Rhinanthus pumilus
What is the common name of Rhinanthus pumilus?
Dwarf Yellow Rattle
What is the natural habitat of Rhinanthus pumilus?
Grasslands and meadows
Species in the Rhinanthus genus
Rhinanthus adulterinus,
Rhinanthus songeonii,
Rhinanthus dinaricus,
Rhinanthus freynii,
Rhinanthus javorkae,
Rhinanthus hungaricus,
Rhinanthus halophilus,
Rhinanthus antiquus,
Rhinanthus digeneus,
Rhinanthus alectorolophus,
Rhinanthus colchicus,
Rhinanthus burnatii,
Rhinanthus carinthiacus,
Rhinanthus asperulus,
Rhinanthus brigantiacus,
Rhinanthus borbasii,
Rhinanthus lengyelii,
Rhinanthus vassilczenkoi,
Rhinanthus subulatus,
Rhinanthus wettsteinii,
Rhinanthus ovifugus,
Rhinanthus niederederi,
Rhinanthus oligadenus,
Rhinanthus lorinensis,
Rhinanthus mediterraneus,
Rhinanthus magocsyanus,
Rhinanthus rumelicus,
Rhinanthus riphaeus,
Rhinanthus schischkinii,
Rhinanthus schneiderae,
Rhinanthus poeverleinii,
Rhinanthus pampaninii,
Rhinanthus ponticus,
Rhinanthus pseudoantiquus,
Rhinanthus puberulus,
Rhinanthus minor,
Rhinanthus pubescens,
Rhinanthus pindicus,
Rhinanthus sintenisii,
Rhinanthus gracilis,
Rhinanthus wagneri,
Rhinanthus melampyroides,
Rhinanthus major,
Rhinanthus groenlandicus,
Rhinanthus cretaceus,
Rhinanthus glacialis,
Rhinanthus osiliensis,
Rhinanthus pumilus,
Species in the Orobanchaceae family
Aeginetia indica,
Aeginetia mirabilis,
Aeginetia mpomii,
Aeginetia selebica,
Aeginetia sessilis,
Aeginetia sinensis,
Aeginetia flava,
Aeginetia acaulis,
Agalinis angustifolia,
Agalinis aphylla,
Agalinis aspera,
Agalinis auriculata,
Agalinis bandeirensis,
Agalinis bangii,
Agalinis brachyphylla,
Agalinis calycina,
Agalinis chaparensis,
Agalinis communis,
Agalinis decemloba,
Agalinis densiflora,
Agalinis digitalis,
Agalinis divaricata,
Agalinis edwardsiana,
Agalinis fasciculata,
Agalinis fiebrigii,
Agalinis filicaulis,
Agalinis filifolia,
Agalinis gattingeri,
Agalinis genistifolia,
Agalinis gypsophila,
Agalinis heterophylla,
Agalinis homalantha,
Agalinis humilis,
Agalinis itambensis,
Agalinis kingsii,
Agalinis lanceolata,
Agalinis laxa,
Agalinis linarioides,
Agalinis linifolia,
Agalinis maritima,
Agalinis megalantha,
Agalinis meyeniana,
Agalinis nana,
Agalinis navasotensis,
Agalinis neoscotica,
Agalinis obtusifolia,
Agalinis oligophylla,
Agalinis peduncularis,
Agalinis pennellii,
Agalinis plukenetii,
References
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:60471011-2: Govaerts R (ed.). 2023. WCVP: World Checklist of Vascular Plants [Version 11]. Facilitated by the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. [WWW document] URL http://sftp.kew.org/pub/data-repositories/WCVP/ [accessed 20 April 2023].