👉 Nitrariaceae is a family of flowering plants in the family Rubiaceae, which comprises about 12 genera and over 300 species. These plants are commonly known as "nitraria" or "nitric plants." They are native to various regions around the world, including North America, Asia, Australia, and South America. The specific term "nitrariaceae" is derived from the Latin word "nitri," which means nitrogenous, and