Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Species:
leubnitziae
ID:
550912

Status:
valid

Authors:
Schinz

Source:
cmp

Year:
1894

Citation Micro:
Nat. Pflanzenfam. 3(1a): 109 (1894)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000550244

Common Names

  • Leubnitz's Arthraerua
  • Leubnitz's Artraerua
  • Leubnitz's Artraerua-grass

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Synonyms

  • Aerva desertorum Engl. [unknown]
  • Aerva leubnitziae Kuntze [unknown]

Description

Arthraerua leubnitziae (also called Leubnitz's arthraerua, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Brazil. It has a creeping rhizome and short-lived leaves. It grows in moist forests, grasslands, and meadows.

Uses & Benefits

Arthraerua leubnitziae has been used for its medicinal properties, such as for treating fever, as well as for its ornamental value. It can also be used as a ground cover and to provide shade in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Arthraerua leubnitziae has small white flowers with three petals and three sepals. The seeds are small, dark, and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and slender with a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Arthraerua leubnitziae is an evergreen shrub native to South America. It can be propagated by cuttings or seed. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun. It should be fertilized regularly during the growing season.

Where to Find Arthraerua leubnitziae

Arthraerua leubnitziae is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, Asia, and the Americas.

Arthraerua leubnitziae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Arthraerua leubnitziae?

Arthraerua leubnitziae

What is the common name of Arthraerua leubnitziae?

Leubnitz's Arthraerua

What is the habitat of Arthraerua leubnitziae?

It is found in wet areas such as swamps, marshes, and wet meadows

Species in the Arthraerua genus

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2653724: Based on the initial data import
Hans Schinz (1858-1941): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schinz' in the authors string.