Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Genus:
Species:
lanata
ID:
522432

Status:
valid

Authors:
(L.) Juss.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1808

Citation Micro:
Ann. Mus. Hist. Nat. 11: 131 1808

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000521764

Common Names

  • Aerva Lanata
  • Lanata Aerva
  • Woolly Aerva

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Synonyms

  • Achyranthes lanata L. [unknown]
  • Achyranthes lanata Roxb. [unknown]
  • Achyranthes lanata Schinz [unknown]
  • Achyranthes villosa Forssk. [unknown]
  • Aerva elegans Moq. [unknown]
  • Aerva floribunda Wight [unknown]
  • Aerva lanata elegans Suess. [unknown]
  • Aerva lanata grandifolia Suess. [unknown]
  • Aerva lanata intermedia Suess. [unknown]
  • Aerva lanata leucuroides Suess. [unknown]
  • Aerva lanata microphylla Suess. [unknown]
  • Aerva lanata oblonga Asch. [unknown]
  • Aerva lanata oblongata Suess. [unknown]
  • Aerva lanata pseudojavanica Suess. [unknown]
  • Aerva lanata rhombea Suess. [unknown]
  • Aerva lanata squarrosa Suess. [unknown]
  • Aerva lanata suborbicularis Suess. [unknown]
  • Aerva pubescens Mart. [unknown]
  • Aerva sansibarica Suess. [unknown]
  • Aerva tandalo Buch.-Ham. ex Dillwyn [unknown]
  • Aerva viridis E.Mey. ex Moq. [unknown]
  • Alternanthera pubescens Hort.Prag. ex Moq. [unknown]
  • Amaranthus aeruoides Hochst. & Steud. ex A.Rich. [unknown]
  • Amaranthus lanatus Dum.Cours. [unknown]
  • Celosia lanata L. [unknown]
  • Illecebrum lanatum (L.) L. [unknown]
  • Aerva lanata (L.) Juss. ex Schult. [unknown]

Description

Aerva lanata (also called Aerva lanata subsp. lanata, 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 lanata 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 lanata 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 lanata 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 lanata

Aerva lanata is native to India.

Aerva lanata FAQ

What is the ideal temperature for Aerva lanata?

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

How much light does Aerva lanata need?

Aerva lanata prefers bright, indirect light.

How often should Aerva lanata be watered?

Aerva lanata 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

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2623689: Based on the initial data import
Carl Linnaeus (1707-1778): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.' in the authors string.
Antoine Laurent de Jussieu (1748-1836): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Juss.' in the authors string.