Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Genus:
Species:
javanica
ID:
522429

Status:
valid

Authors:
Juss.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1819

Citation Micro:
Syst. Veg. 5: 565 (1819)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000521761

Common Names

  • Aerva Javanica
  • Javanica Aerva
  • Java Aerva

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Synonyms

  • Uretia persica (Burm.f.) Kuntze [unknown]
  • Achyranthes alopecuroides Lam. [unknown]
  • Achyranthes incana Roxb. [unknown]
  • Achyranthes javanica Pers. [unknown]
  • Achyranthes lanceolata Zoll. & Moritzi ex Moq. [unknown]
  • Achyranthes persica Steud. [unknown]
  • Aerva aegyptiaca J.F.Gmel. [unknown]
  • Aerva alopecuroides (Lam.) Dum.Cours. [unknown]
  • Aerva incana Mart. [unknown]
  • Aerva javanica latifolia Vahl [unknown]
  • Aerva ovata Ehrenb. ex Schweinf. [unknown]
  • Aerva persica (Burm.f.) Merr. [unknown]
  • Aerva platyphylla Ehrenb. ex Schweinf. [unknown]
  • Aerva suaveolens Edgew. [unknown]
  • Aerva trichophylla Ehrenb. ex Schweinf. [unknown]
  • Aerva wallichii Moq. [unknown]
  • Illecebrum javanicum (Burm.f.) L. [unknown]
  • Iresine javanica Burm.f. [unknown]
  • Iresine persica Burm.f. [unknown]
  • Aerva persica latifolia (Vahl) Maire [unknown]
  • Celosia lanata latifolia Vahl [unknown]
  • Aerva javanica javanica [unknown]

Description

Aerva javanica (also called Aerva javanica subsp. javanica, 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 javanica 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.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Aerva javanica var. bovei Webb

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Aerva javanica 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.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Aerva javanica 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 javanica

Aerva javanica is native to India.

Aerva javanica FAQ

What is the ideal temperature for Aerva javanica?

Aerva javanica prefers temperatures between 60-75°F (15-24°C)

How much light does Aerva javanica need?

Aerva javanica prefers bright, indirect light.

How often should Aerva javanica be watered?

Aerva javanica should be watered when the soil is dry to the touch.

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