Achyranthes margaretarum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
margaretarum
ID:
517021
Status:
valid
Authors:
de Lange
Source:
cmp
Year:
2001
Citation Micro:
New Zealand J. Bot. 39: 3 (2001)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000516353
Common Names
- Margaretarum Achyranthes
- Margaretarum Chaff Flower
- Margaretarum Chaff-Flower
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Achyranthes margaretarum (also called Margaret's Achyranthes, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to the Pacific Islands. It has long, narrow leaves and produces small, white flowers. It grows in moist, shady areas, such as along streams and in woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Achyranthes margaretarum is used as an ornamental plant in rock gardens and flower beds. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat skin diseases, stomach pain, and fever.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Achyranthes margaretarum is a small, white, star-shaped flower. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are thin and grass-like.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Achyranthes margaretarum 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 margaretarum
Achyranthes margaretarum is native to the islands of the South Pacific, including New Caledonia, Fiji, and Samoa.
Achyranthes margaretarum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Achyranthes margaretarum?
Achyranthes margaretarum
What is the common name of Achyranthes margaretarum?
Margaret's Achene
Where can Achyranthes margaretarum be found?
It is found in India, China, and Southeast Asia
Species in the Achyranthes genus
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-2617638: Based on the initial data import
Peter James de Lange (b.1966): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'de Lange' in the authors string.