Status:
valid
Authors:
Schinz
Source:
cmp
Year:
1931
Citation Micro:
Vierteljahrsschr. Naturf. Ges. Zürich 76: 141 (1931)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000521750
Common Names
- Aerva Coriacea
- Coriacea Aerva
- Leathery Aerva
Description
Aerva coriacea (also called Aerva coriacea subsp. coriacea, among many other common names) is a perennial native to India. It has small, oval-shaped leaves and small, yellow-green flowers. It grows in dry, sandy soils and prefers full sun.
Uses & Benefits
Aerva coriacea is a popular ornamental plant, often used in rock gardens, borders, and as a houseplant. It is known for its attractive foliage and bright yellow flowers.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Aerva coriacea has small, white flowers with a diameter of about 0.5 cm. The seed is small and round, and the seedlings have a single, short stem with small, pointed leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Aerva coriacea is a perennial herb that can be propagated through seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Water regularly and fertilize once a month during the growing season.
Where to Find Aerva coriacea
Aerva coriacea is native to India.
Aerva coriacea FAQ
What is the ideal temperature for Aerva coriacea?
Aerva coriacea prefers temperatures between 60-75°F (15-24°C)
How much light does Aerva coriacea need?
Aerva coriacea prefers bright, indirect light.
How often should Aerva coriacea be watered?
Aerva coriacea should be watered when the soil is dry to the touch.
Species in the Aerva genus
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,
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,