Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Zingiberales
Species:
bluthianus
ID:
513929

Status:
valid

Authors:
Wittm.

Source:
Zingiberaceae resource centre

Year:
1899

Citation Micro:
Gartenflora 48:38. (1899)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000513261



Common Names

  • Bluthianus Spurge
  • Bluthianus Rhynchanthus
  • Bluthianus Glaucous


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Description

Rhynchanthus bluthianus (also called Bluthianus, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Plumbaginaceae family. It is native to the Mediterranean region, and it typically grows in rocky, sunny areas. It is an evergreen shrub with small, white flowers and narrow, grey-green leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Rhynchanthus bluthianus is used in traditional medicine for the treatment of various ailments, including fever, headache, and stomachache. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is known for its attractive, fragrant flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Rhynchanthus bluthianus is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, rounded seed. The seedlings are small, thin, and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Rhynchanthus bluthianus is a low-growing, evergreen perennial that forms a dense mat of foliage. It is best grown in full sun to partial shade in well-drained soil. Propagate by division in spring or by seed sown in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Rhynchanthus bluthianus

Rhynchanthus bluthianus is native to the Mediterranean region, North Africa, and the Middle East. It can be found in dry, rocky areas, often in full sun.

Rhynchanthus bluthianus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Rhynchanthus bluthianus?

Rhynchanthus bluthianus

What are the common names of Rhynchanthus bluthianus?

Bluthianus' Thrift

What is the natural habitat of Rhynchanthus bluthianus?

It is native to the Mediterranean region and western Asia

Species in the Rhynchanthus genus

Species in the Zingiberaceae family

Haniffia albiflora, Haniffia cyanescens, Haniffia flavescens, Haniffia santubongensis, Hedychium biflorum, Hedychium bijiangense, Hedychium boloveniorum, Hedychium bordelonianum, Hedychium borneense, Hedychium bousigonianum, Hedychium brevicaule, Hedychium calcaratum, Hedychium carneum, Hedychium coccineum, Hedychium convexum, Hedychium coronarium, Hedychium deceptum, Hedychium dekianum, Hedychium densiflorum, Hedychium elatum, Hedychium ellipticum, Hedychium elwesii, Hedychium emeiense, Hedychium erythrostemon, Hedychium flavescens, Hedychium flavescens, Hedychium flavum, Hedychium forrestii, Hedychium gardnerianum, Hedychium glabrum, Hedychium glaucum, Hedychium gomezianum, Hedychium gracillimum, Hedychium grandiflorum, Hedychium gratum, Hedychium greenii, Hedychium griersonianum, Hedychium griffithianum, Hedychium hasseltii, Hedychium heteromallum, Hedychium hirsutissimum, Hedychium hookeri, Hedychium horsfieldii, Hedychium intermedium, Hedychium kwangsiense, Hedychium larsenii, Hedychium lineare, Hedychium longicornutum, Hedychium longipedunculatum, Hedychium luteum,

References

Ludwig Wittmack (1839-1929): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wittm.' in the authors string.
RBGE Resource Centre record for wfo-0000513261: Based on the initial data import