Status:
valid
Authors:
(Phil.) Carolin ex Hershk.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1991
Citation Micro:
Phytologia 70: 221 (1991)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000607126
Common Names
- Cistanthe amarantoides
- Amarantoides Cistanthe
- Amarantoides Rock Purslane
Synonyms
- Silvaea amarantoides Phil. [unknown]
- Philippiamra amaranthoides Kuntze [unknown]
Description
Cistanthe amarantoides (also called Rou Cong Rong, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South America. It is found in the deserts and semi-deserts of this region and grows in sandy or stony soils. It has a thick, woody stem and small yellow flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Cistanthe amarantoides is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Cistanthe amarantoides is a yellowish-white, tubular flower with five petals. The seed is small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small, thin, and pale green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Cistanthe amarantoides is a perennial plant that is easy to grow in any well-drained soil. It prefers full sun to partial shade and can tolerate drought. Propagation is by division or by seed. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a warm, sunny location.
Where to Find Cistanthe amarantoides
Cistanthe amarantoides is found in Chile and Argentina.
Cistanthe amarantoides FAQ
What is the scientific name of Cistanthe amarantoides?
Cistanthe amarantoides
What are the common names of Cistanthe amarantoides?
Rock Purslane, Rock Purslane-Mimulus
What are the characteristics of Cistanthe amarantoides?
It is a low-growing, mat-forming, evergreen perennial with small, spoon-shaped, grey-green leaves and small, bright pink flowers in summer
Species in the Cistanthe genus
Cistanthe cachinalensis,
Cistanthe chrysantha,
Cistanthe lamprosperma,
Cistanthe laxiflora,
Cistanthe thyrsoidea,
Cistanthe amarantoides,
Cistanthe ambigua,
Cistanthe arancioana,
Cistanthe arenaria,
Cistanthe cabrerae,
Cistanthe calycina,
Cistanthe celosioides,
Cistanthe cephalophora,
Cistanthe coquimbensis,
Cistanthe cymosa,
Cistanthe densiflora,
Cistanthe fenzlii,
Cistanthe grandiflora,
Cistanthe guadalupensis,
Cistanthe humilis,
Cistanthe lingulata,
Cistanthe longiscapa,
Cistanthe maritima,
Cistanthe minuscula,
Cistanthe monandra,
Cistanthe monosperma,
Cistanthe paniculata,
Cistanthe parryi,
Cistanthe picta,
Cistanthe pulchella,
Cistanthe pygmaea,
Cistanthe quadripetala,
Cistanthe rosea,
Cistanthe salsoloides,
Cistanthe stricta,
Cistanthe tovarii,
Cistanthe umbellata,
Cistanthe weberbaueri,
Species in the Montiaceae family
Calandrinia crispisepala,
Calandrinia kalanniensis,
Calandrinia translucens,
Calandrinia acaulis,
Calandrinia acuminata,
Calandrinia aegialitis,
Calandrinia affinis,
Calandrinia alba,
Calandrinia arenicola,
Calandrinia argentea,
Calandrinia balonensis,
Calandrinia bandurriae,
Calandrinia biflora,
Calandrinia bracteosa,
Calandrinia brevipedata,
Calandrinia breweri,
Calandrinia caesia,
Calandrinia caespitosa,
Calandrinia calycotricha,
Calandrinia calyptrata,
Calandrinia carolinii,
Calandrinia ciliata,
Calandrinia colchaguensis,
Calandrinia compacta,
Calandrinia composita,
Calandrinia compressa,
Calandrinia conferta,
Calandrinia corrigioloides,
Calandrinia corymbosa,
Calandrinia crassifolia,
Calandrinia creethae,
Calandrinia cygnorum,
Calandrinia cylindrica,
Calandrinia depressa,
Calandrinia dielsii,
Calandrinia dipetala,
Calandrinia disperma,
Calandrinia eremaea,
Calandrinia filifolia,
Calandrinia galapagosa,
Calandrinia glaucopurpurea,
Calandrinia gracilis,
Calandrinia graminifolia,
Calandrinia granulifera,
Calandrinia heterophylla,
Calandrinia hirtella,
Calandrinia involucrata,
Calandrinia lancifolia,
Calandrinia lehmannii,
Calandrinia leucopogon,