Phthia (mistress of Amyntor)

For other uses, see Phthia (mythology) and Clytie.

In Greek mythology, Phthia (Ancient Greek: Φθία, romanized: Phthía, lit. 'withering') or Clytia (Ancient Greek: Κλυτία, romanized: Klutía, lit. 'renowned') is the concubine of Amyntor, king of Ormenium. She became the reason for the falling out between Amyntor and his son Phoenix after Phoenix slept with her. In a different version, she lied to Amyntor about Phoenix raping her. Phoenix was exiled as a result, and variously blinded or cursed with infertility.

Although not named, the earliest mention of her appears in the eighth-century BC epic Iliad by Homer. Other scholiasts and authors also mention her in passing.

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