Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
parvifolius
ID:
890524

Status:
valid

Authors:
Nash

Source:
wcs

Year:
1908

Citation Micro:
Bull. Torrey Bot. Club 35: 301 (1908)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000889859



Common Names

  • Pharus parvifolius
  • Small-Leaved Grass
  • Parvifolius Grass


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Description

Pharus parvifolius (also called the Small-leaved Pharus, among many other common names) is a small evergreen shrub native to the Mediterranean region and the Middle East. It has a dense, rounded crown and its leaves are small, leathery and dark green. It prefers sunny, dry habitats and can tolerate drought.

Uses & Benefits

Pharus parvifolius is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It has a high tolerance for drought and is resistant to deer and rabbits. It is also used as a ground cover in areas with poor soil.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Pharus parvifolius is a small, white, bell-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pharus parvifolius is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 4 m in height. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soils. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a warm, sheltered spot. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and planted in a pot of moist, well-drained soil.

Where to Find Pharus parvifolius

Pharus parvifolius is native to the Mediterranean region.

Pharus parvifolius FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pharus parvifolius?

Pharus parvifolius

What is the family of Pharus parvifolius?

Poaceae

What is the common name of Pharus parvifolius?

Small-leaved Pharus

Species in the Poaceae family

Achnatherum pekinense, Achnatherum pubicalyx, Achnatherum sibiricum, Achnatherum turcomanicum, Achnatherum brandisii, Achnatherum bromoides, Achnatherum calamagrostis, Achnatherum confusum, Achnatherum inebrians, Achnatherum jacquemontii, Achnatherum virescens, Achnatherum paradoxum, Achnatherum nakaii, Achnatherum pelliotii, Achnatherum haussknechtii, Achnatherum mandavillei, Achnatherum pilosum, Achnatherum parviflorum, Achnatherum staintonii, Aciachne acicularis, Aciachne flagellifera, Aciachne pulvinata, Acidosasa breviclavata, Acidosasa brilletii, Acidosasa chinensis, Acidosasa edulis, Acidosasa glauca, Acidosasa guangxiensis, Acidosasa lingchuanensis, Acidosasa nanunica, Acidosasa notata, Acidosasa purpurea, Acidosasa venusta, Acidosasa carinata, Acostia gracilis, Acrachne henrardiana, Acrachne perrieri, Acrachne racemosa, Acritochaete volkensii, Acroceras amplectens, Acroceras attenuatum, Acroceras boivinii, Acroceras bosseri, Acroceras calcicola, Acroceras chaseae, Acroceras diffusum, Acroceras elegans, Acroceras excavatum, Acroceras fluminense, Acroceras gabunense,

References

George Valentine Nash (1864-1921): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Nash' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:192340-2: 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].