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''Nitrophila'' is a small genus of flowering plants in the amaranth family sometimes known by the common name niterworts. The genus name is Greek for "soda-loving", as the plant grows in alkaline or salty soils, such as those rich in borax. These are rhizomatous perennials with fleshy foliage that helps them conserve water in environments high in mineral salts. The compact, papery flowers grow in the axils of the plant where the leaves join the branches. The fruit is a utricle which contains shiny black seeds. ''Nitrophila'' species are found in temperate regions of the Americas. Selected species: *''Nitrophila mohavensis'' - Amargosa niterwort *''Nitrophila occidentalis'' - boraxweed ==External links== *(Jepson Manual Treatment ) *(USDA Plants Profile ) *(Flora of North America Profile ) 抄文引用元・出典: フリー百科事典『 ウィキペディア(Wikipedia)』 ■ウィキペディアで「Nitrophila」の詳細全文を読む スポンサード リンク
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