Iresine arenaria - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
arenaria
ID:
1265163
Status:
valid
Authors:
Standl.
Source:
tro
Year:
1916
Citation Micro:
Contr. U.S. Natl. Herb. 18: 93 (1916)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001264501
Common Names
- Arenaria Iresine
- Arenaria Bloodleaf
- Arenaria Beefsteak Plant
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Iresine arenaria (also called Sand Iresine, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant that grows up to 1.5 meters tall. It is native to South America, and is found in dry, open habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Iresine arenaria is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments such as fever, headache, and stomachache.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Iresine arenaria is yellow or orange, with five petals and a yellow center. The seed is a small, brown, ovoid capsule containing several small, black seeds. The seedlings are small, with green, oval-shaped leaves.
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Iresine arenaria is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Division should be done in the spring or fall and the divisions should be planted in a well-draining, sandy soil mix. The plant should be grown in full sun to partial shade and watered regularly.
Where to Find Iresine arenaria
Iresine arenaria is found in tropical and subtropical regions of India, Sri Lanka, Myanmar, Thailand, and Vietnam.
Iresine arenaria FAQ
What is the scientific name of Iresine arenaria?
Iresine arenaria
What is the common name of Iresine arenaria?
Sand Bloodleaf
Where is Iresine arenaria found?
It is found in the Middle East and North Africa
Species in the Iresine genus
Iresine angustifolia, Iresine arbuscula, Iresine argentata, Iresine calea, Iresine diffusa, Iresine domingensis, Iresine interrupta, Iresine laurifolia, Iresine nigra, Iresine pedicellata, Iresine rhizomatosa, Iresine arrecta, Iresine discolor, Iresine hartmanii, Iresine heterophylla, Iresine macbridei, Iresine poeppigiana, Iresine pringlei, Iresine tomentella, Iresine flavescens, Iresine herbstii, Iresine lindenii, Iresine palmeri, Iresine weberbaueri, Iresine leptoclada, Iresine grandis, Iresine frutescens, Iresine herrerae, Iresine hebanthoides, Iresine papantlana, Iresine rotundifolia, Iresine schaffneri, Iresine alternifolia, Iresine arenaria, Iresine stricta, Iresine muscoides, Iresine orientalis, Iresine ajuscana,
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 tro-50212962: Based on the initial data import
Paul Carpenter Standley (1884-1963): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Standl.' in the authors string.