Iresine nigra - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
nigra
ID:
732861
Status:
valid
Authors:
Uline & W.L.Bray
Source:
cmp
Year:
1896
Citation Micro:
Bot. Gaz. 21: 350 (1896)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000732194
Common Names
- Iresine nigra
- Black Iresine
- Blackleaf Iresine
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Iresine nigra (also called Bloodleaf, Chicken Gizzard, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to Central and South America. It has long, oval-shaped leaves with red veins and stems. It grows in moist, shady areas, and is often used as a ground cover in gardens.
Uses & Benefits
Iresine nigra is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and is also used as a groundcover in gardens.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Iresine nigra 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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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Iresine nigra is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 3 m in height. It is propagated from seed, which can be collected from the tree or purchased from a nursery. The seeds should be sown in a well-draining, sandy soil and kept moist until germination. Once the seedlings have reached a height of 15-20 cm, they can be transplanted into larger containers or into the ground.
Where to Find Iresine nigra
Iresine nigra can be found in tropical regions of South America, including Brazil, Colombia, and Peru.
Iresine nigra FAQ
What is the scientific name of Iresine nigra?
Iresine nigra
What is the common name of Iresine nigra?
Black Bloodleaf
Where is Iresine nigra native to?
Central America
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 kew-2866650: 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.