Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Species:
areschougii
ID:
529121

Status:
valid

Authors:
R.E.Fr.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1920

Citation Micro:
Ark. Bot. 16(12): 17 (1920)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000528453

Common Names

  • Areschoug Alternanthera
  • Joseph's Coat
  • Parrot Leaf

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Synonyms

  • Telanthera pulchella F.Aresch. [unknown]

Description

Alternanthera areschougii (also called Areschoug's Alternanthera, Areschoug's Joyweed, and Areschoug's Alternanthera Joyweed, among many other common names) is a low-growing, mat-forming perennial plant with small, white flowers. It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas, and is found in moist, shady areas.

Uses & Benefits

Alternanthera areschougii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. Its leaves are also used for medicinal purposes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Alternanthera areschougii has small, white flowers with 4 petals. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Alternanthera areschougii can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers a warm, humid environment with bright, indirect light. The soil should be well-draining and should be kept moist. Fertilize the plant every two weeks during the growing season.

Where to Find Alternanthera areschougii

Alternanthera areschougii can be found in moist areas of South America, such as Brazil, Argentina, and Paraguay.

Alternanthera areschougii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Alternanthera areschougii?

Alternanthera areschougii

What is the natural habitat of Alternanthera areschougii?

It is found in wetland habitats in South America.

What is the size of Alternanthera areschougii?

It is an annual herb, growing up to 1 m tall.

Species in the Alternanthera genus

Alternanthera acaulis, Alternanthera adscendens, Alternanthera albida, Alternanthera albosquarrosa, Alternanthera albotomentosa, Alternanthera altacruzensis, Alternanthera aquatica, Alternanthera arequipensis, Alternanthera areschougii, Alternanthera aristata, Alternanthera asterotricha, Alternanthera aurata, Alternanthera bahiensis, Alternanthera bettzickiana, Alternanthera boliviana, Alternanthera brasiliana, Alternanthera calcicola, Alternanthera cana, Alternanthera canescens, Alternanthera capituliflora, Alternanthera caracasana, Alternanthera cinerella, Alternanthera collina, Alternanthera congesta, Alternanthera cordobensis, Alternanthera coriacea, Alternanthera corymbiformis, Alternanthera costaricensis, Alternanthera crassifolia, Alternanthera crucis, Alternanthera decurrens, Alternanthera dendrotricha, Alternanthera dominii, Alternanthera dubia, Alternanthera echinocephala, Alternanthera elongata, Alternanthera fasciculata, Alternanthera fastigiata, Alternanthera ficoidea, Alternanthera filifolia, Alternanthera flava, Alternanthera flavescens, Alternanthera flavicoma, Alternanthera flavida, Alternanthera flosculosa, Alternanthera frutescens, Alternanthera galapagensis, Alternanthera geniculata, Alternanthera glaucescens, Alternanthera glaziovii,

Species in the Amaranthaceae family

Achyranthes arborescens, Achyranthes aspera, Achyranthes bidentata, Achyranthes diandra, Achyranthes fasciculata, Achyranthes mangarevica, Achyranthes marchionica, Achyranthes margaretarum, Achyranthes mutica, Achyranthes splendens, Achyranthes talbotii, Achyranthes shahii, Achyropsis avicularis, Achyropsis filifolia, Achyropsis fruticulosa, Achyropsis gracilis, Achyropsis laniceps, Achyropsis leptostachya, Acroglochin obtusifolia, Acroglochin persicarioides, Aerva artemisioides, Aerva caudata, Aerva congesta, Aerva coriacea, Aerva edulis, Aerva glabrata, Aerva humbertii, Aerva javanica, Aerva lanata, Aerva leucura, Aerva madagassica, Aerva microphylla, Aerva monsonia, Aerva radicans, Aerva revoluta, Aerva sanguinolenta, Aerva timorensis, Aerva triangularifolia, Aerva villosa, Aerva wightii, Agathophora alopecuroides, Agriophyllum lateriflorum, Agriophyllum latifolium, Agriophyllum minus, Agriophyllum montasirii, Agriophyllum paletzkianum, Agriophyllum squarrosum, Allenrolfea occidentalis, Allenrolfea patagonica, Allenrolfea vaginata,

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