Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Santalales
Species:
nitidula
ID:
642108

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Rizzini) Kuijt

Source:
cmp

Year:
1990

Citation Micro:
Proc. Kon. Ned. Akad. Wetensch. C 93: 135 (1990)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000641440



Common Names

  • Dendrophthora Nitidula
  • Shiny Dendrophthora
  • Shiny Leafy Gall


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Synonyms

  • Phoradendron nitidulum Rizzini [unknown]

Description

Dendrophthora nitidula (also called 'Shiny Dendrophthora', among many other common names) is a small, perennial, succulent plant native to South Africa. It has small, round leaves and grows in rocky, sandy, and clay soils. It is found in dry, open habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Dendrophthora nitidula is a popular ornamental plant, often used in gardens and parks for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments, such as fever, headaches, and digestive problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Dendrophthora nitidula has white flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black and the seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dendrophthora nitidula is a perennial succulent plant that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers a well-drained soil and full sun. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -10°C. It can be propagated by taking stem cuttings in the spring and rooting them in a sandy soil mix. It can also be propagated by seed, which should be sown in a sandy soil mix in the spring. The seeds should be kept moist until germination occurs.

Where to Find Dendrophthora nitidula

Dendrophthora nitidula is native to the Mediterranean region of Europe and North Africa.

Dendrophthora nitidula FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dendrophthora nitidula?

Dendrophthora nitidula

What is the family of Dendrophthora nitidula?

Asteraceae

What is the common name of Dendrophthora nitidula?

Shiny Dendrophthora

Species in the Dendrophthora genus

Dendrophthora albescens, Dendrophthora amalfiensis, Dendrophthora ambigua, Dendrophthora arcuata, Dendrophthora argentea, Dendrophthora avenia, Dendrophthora bermejae, Dendrophthora bonaniae, Dendrophthora brachylepis, Dendrophthora brachystachya, Dendrophthora bulbifera, Dendrophthora buxifolia, Dendrophthora capillaris, Dendrophthora capitellata, Dendrophthora carnosa, Dendrophthora chrysostachya, Dendrophthora clavata, Dendrophthora confertiflora, Dendrophthora constricta, Dendrophthora corynarthron, Dendrophthora costaricensis, Dendrophthora crispula, Dendrophthora cubensis, Dendrophthora cuneifolia, Dendrophthora cupressoides, Dendrophthora cupulata, Dendrophthora dalstroemii, Dendrophthora davidsei, Dendrophthora decipiens, Dendrophthora densifolia, Dendrophthora densifrons, Dendrophthora diffusa, Dendrophthora dimorpha, Dendrophthora dittae, Dendrophthora dodsonii, Dendrophthora domingensis, Dendrophthora eichleriana, Dendrophthora elegantissima, Dendrophthora elliptica, Dendrophthora enckeifolia, Dendrophthora epiviscum, Dendrophthora equisetoides, Dendrophthora excisa, Dendrophthora fanshawei, Dendrophthora fasciculata, Dendrophthora fastigiata, Dendrophthora fendleriana, Dendrophthora ferruginea, Dendrophthora filiformis, Dendrophthora flagelliformis,

Species in the Santalaceae family

Acanthosyris annonagustata, Acanthosyris asipapote, Acanthosyris falcata, Acanthosyris glabrata, Acanthosyris paulo-alvinii, Acanthosyris spinescens, Amphorogyne celastroides, Amphorogyne spicata, Amphorogyne staufferi, Anthobolus erythrocaulis, Anthobolus filifolius, Anthobolus foveolatus, Anthobolus leptomeroides, Antidaphne amazonensis, Antidaphne andina, Antidaphne antidaphneoides, Antidaphne glaziovii, Antidaphne hondurensis, Antidaphne punctulata, Antidaphne schottii, Antidaphne viscoidea, Antidaphne wrightii, Arceuthobium abietinum, Arceuthobium abietis-religiosae, Arceuthobium americanum, Arceuthobium apachecum, Arceuthobium azoricum, Arceuthobium bicarinatum, Arceuthobium blumeri, Arceuthobium californicum, Arceuthobium campylopodum, Arceuthobium chinense, Arceuthobium cyanocarpum, Arceuthobium divaricatum, Arceuthobium douglasii, Arceuthobium gillii, Arceuthobium globosum, Arceuthobium guatemalense, Arceuthobium hondurense, Arceuthobium juniperi-procerae, Arceuthobium littorum, Arceuthobium microcarpum, Arceuthobium minutissimum, Arceuthobium monticola, Arceuthobium nigrum, Arceuthobium occidentale, Arceuthobium oxycedri, Arceuthobium pendens, Arceuthobium pini, Arceuthobium pusillum,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2761098: Based on the initial data import
Carlos Toledo Rizzini (1921-1992): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rizzini' in the authors string.
Job Kuijt (b.1930): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kuijt' in the authors string.