Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Species:
bidentata
ID:
516888

Status:
valid

Authors:
Blume

Source:
cmp

Year:
1826

Citation Micro:
Bijdr. Fl. Ned. Ind. : 545 (1826)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000516220

Common Names

  • Two-Toothed Chaff Flower
  • Two-Toothed Achyranthes
  • Two-Toothed Chaffhead

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Synonyms

  • Achyranthes bidentata hachijoensis (Honda) H.Hara [unknown]
  • Achyranthes bidentata tomentosa (Honda) H.Hara [unknown]
  • Achyranthes fauriei tomentosa Honda [unknown]
  • Achyranthes aspera fruticosa (Lam.) Boerl. [unknown]
  • Achyranthes bidentata japonica Miq. [unknown]
  • Achyranthes bidentata longifolia Makino [unknown]
  • Achyranthes bidentata rubra C.N.Ho [unknown]
  • Achyranthes bidentata villosa J.L.Liu [unknown]
  • Achyranthes chinensis Osbeck [unknown]
  • Achyranthes fauriei H.Lév. & Vaniot [unknown]
  • Achyranthes fauriei rotundifolia Ohwi [unknown]
  • Achyranthes fruticosa Lam. [unknown]
  • Achyranthes hispida Moq. [unknown]
  • Achyranthes japonica (Miq.) Nakai [unknown]
  • Achyranthes japonica hachijoensis Honda [unknown]
  • Achyranthes japonica katsuudakemontana Tawada [unknown]
  • Achyranthes javanica Moq. [unknown]
  • Achyranthes lanceolata J.G.Klein [unknown]
  • Achyranthes longifolia Makino [unknown]
  • Achyranthes longifolia rubra C.N.Ho [unknown]
  • Achyranthes megaphylla Y.H.Li [unknown]
  • Achyranthes mollicula Nakai [unknown]
  • Achyranthes ogatai Yamam. [unknown]
  • Achyranthes rotundifolia (Ohwi) M.Suzuki [unknown]
  • Achyranthes ryukyuensis Tawada [unknown]
  • Achyranthes wightiana Wall. [unknown]
  • Centrostachys bidentata Standl. [unknown]
  • Centrostachys fruticosa Standl. [unknown]
  • Centrostachys moquinii Standl. [unknown]
  • Achyranthes bidentata bidentata [unknown]

Description

Achyranthes bidentata (also called two-toothed chaff flower, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to tropical Asia. It has bright green, oval-shaped leaves and produces small white flowers. It prefers moist, well-drained soils in full sun and can be grown in containers or in the ground.

Uses & Benefits

Achyranthes bidentata is an ornamental plant that is often used in gardens and flower beds. It is known for its showy flowers and its ability to thrive in moist, shady areas. It is also used to attract hummingbirds and butterflies.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Achyranthes bidentata is a small, white, star-shaped flower. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are thin and grass-like.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Achyranthes bidentata is a perennial herb that is native to South America. It is best grown in full sun to partial shade in well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or division. The seed should be sown in spring or early summer in a warm, sunny location. Division can be done in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Achyranthes bidentata

Achyranthes bidentata can be found in wet places such as swamps, marshes, and wet meadows in the southeastern United States.

Achyranthes bidentata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Achyranthes bidentata?

Achyranthes bidentata

What is the family of Achyranthes bidentata?

Amaranthaceae

What is the habitat of Achyranthes bidentata?

Grasslands and open woodlands

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,

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