Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Genus:
Species:
arbuscula
ID:
732793

Status:
valid

Authors:
Uline & W.L.Bray

Source:
cmp

Year:
1896

Citation Micro:
Bot. Gaz. 21: 350 (1896)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000732126

Common Names

  • Iresine arbuscula
  • Shrubby Iresine
  • Bushy Iresine

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Description

Iresine arbuscula (also called Bushy Iresine, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to the Mediterranean region. It has a rosette of narrow leaves and small pink flowers. It grows in sunny, dry and rocky places.

Uses & Benefits

Iresine arbuscula is a species of plant native to tropical regions of South America. It is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and its leaves are used to make a herbal tea that is said to have medicinal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Iresine arbuscula is a small, white flower. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, dark green and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Iresine arbuscula can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in early spring in a well-drained soil mix. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and rooted in a well-drained soil mix. Water regularly and keep in a bright, sunny location.

Where to Find Iresine arbuscula

Iresine arbuscula can be found in tropical regions of South America, including Brazil, Colombia, and Peru.

Iresine arbuscula FAQ

What is the scientific name of Iresine arbuscula?

Iresine arbuscula

What is the common name of Iresine arbuscula?

Bushy Bloodleaf

Where is Iresine arbuscula native to?

Central America

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-2866535: Based on the initial data import
Edwin Burton Uline (1867-1933): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Uline' in the authors string.
William L. Bray (1865-1953): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'W.L.Bray' in the authors string.