Status:
valid
Authors:
(Schousb.) Ghebr.
Source:
cmp
Year:
2001
Citation Micro:
Nordic J. Bot. 20: 683 (2000 publ. 2001)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000381107
Common Names
- Nanorrhinum heterophyllum
- Variegated False Tamarind
- False Tamarind
Description
Nanorrhinum heterophyllum (also called Variable-Leaved Nanorrhinum, among many other common names) is a small evergreen shrub with leathery, variable-shaped leaves and small white flowers. It is native to tropical regions of Africa, and typically grows in moist, shady areas.
Uses & Benefits
Nanorrhinum heterophyllum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments such as fever, headache, and stomachache.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Nanorrhinum heterophyllum has small white flowers with yellow anthers. The seeds are small, black and rounded. The seedlings are small and have long, narrow leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Nanorrhinum heterophyllum is a perennial plant that can be propagated from seed or division of the root system. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and should be grown in full sun or partial shade. It requires regular watering and is best propagated in the spring or early summer.
Where to Find Nanorrhinum heterophyllum
Nanorrhinum heterophyllum is native to Europe and can be found in moist meadows and grasslands.
Nanorrhinum heterophyllum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Nanorrhinum heterophyllum?
Nanorrhinum heterophyllum
What is the common name of Nanorrhinum heterophyllum?
Variable-leaved rush
What is the natural habitat of Nanorrhinum heterophyllum?
It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in wetland habitats.
Species in the Nanorrhinum genus
Nanorrhinum acerbianum,
Nanorrhinum asparagoides,
Nanorrhinum azraqense,
Nanorrhinum hastatum,
Nanorrhinum webbianum,
Nanorrhinum stenanthum,
Nanorrhinum ramosissimum,
Nanorrhinum macilentum,
Nanorrhinum kuriense,
Nanorrhinum heterophyllum,
Nanorrhinum elegans,
Nanorrhinum dichondrifolium,
Nanorrhinum bentii,
Nanorrhinum incanum,
Nanorrhinum woodii,
Nanorrhinum roseiflorum,
Nanorrhinum monodianum,
Nanorrhinum campyloceras,
Nanorrhinum khuzestanicum,
Nanorrhinum chasmophyticum,
Nanorrhinum baluchestanicum,
Nanorrhinum cabulicum,
Nanorrhinum ovatum,
Nanorrhinum petranum,
Nanorrhinum judaicum,
Nanorrhinum scariosepalum,
Nanorrhinum scoparium,
Nanorrhinum sagittatum,
Nanorrhinum urbani,
Species in the Plantaginaceae family
Acanthorrhinum ramosissimum,
Adenosma annamense,
Adenosma bracteosum,
Adenosma camphoratum,
Adenosma cordifolium,
Adenosma debilis,
Adenosma elsholtzioides,
Adenosma glutinosum,
Adenosma hirsutum,
Adenosma indianum,
Adenosma inopinatum,
Adenosma javanicum,
Adenosma macrophyllum,
Adenosma malabaricum,
Adenosma microcephalum,
Adenosma muelleri,
Adenosma nelsonioides,
Adenosma papuana,
Adenosma punctata,
Adenosma retusilobum,
Adenosma subrepens,
Adenosma ternata,
Adenosma thorelii,
Agathelpis adunca,
Agathelpis brevifolia,
Agathelpis mucronata,
Albraunia foveopilosa,
Albraunia fugax,
Albraunia psilosperma,
Anamaria heterophylla,
Anarrhinum bellidifolium,
Anarrhinum corsicum,
Anarrhinum duriminium,
Anarrhinum forsskaolii,
Anarrhinum fruticosum,
Anarrhinum intermedium,
Anarrhinum laxiflorum,
Anarrhinum longipedicellatum,
Anarrhinum orientale,
Anarrhinum pedatum,
Anarrhinum forskaohlii,
Ancistrostylis harmandii,
Angelonia acuminatissima,
Angelonia alternifolia,
Angelonia angustifolia,
Angelonia arguta,
Angelonia biflora,
Angelonia bisaccata,
Angelonia blanchetii,
Angelonia campestris,
References
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:20001436-1: 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].