Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Species:
pulchella
ID:
529450

Status:
valid

Authors:
Kunth

Source:
cmp

Year:
1818

Citation Micro:
Nov. Gen. Sp. 2: 205 (1818)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000528782

Common Names

  • Joseph's Coat
  • Parrot Leaf
  • Calico Plant

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Synonyms

  • Telanthera ficoidea versicolor Lem. [unknown]
  • Alternanthera ficoidea versicolor (Lem.) L.B.Sm. & Downs [unknown]
  • Alternanthera tenella versicolor (Lem.) Veldkamp [unknown]
  • Alternanthera versicolor hort. ex Regel [unknown]
  • Illecebrum diffusum Willd. ex Schult. [unknown]
  • Alternanthera pulchella versicolor (Lem.) M.R.Almeida [unknown]

Description

Alternanthera pulchella (also called 'Pretty Joyweed', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Amaranthaceae family. It is an annual herb that grows up to 20 cm tall. It is native to South America and is found in grassland and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Alternanthera pulchella is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used for medicinal purposes and as a food source.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Alternanthera pulchella is a small, white flower with yellow anthers. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Alternanthera pulchella is a fast-growing, short-lived perennial that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and can tolerate some drought. Propagation is usually done by division or cuttings.

Where to Find Alternanthera pulchella

Alternanthera pulchella is native to South America and can be found in Argentina, Bolivia, Brazil, Paraguay, and Uruguay.

Alternanthera pulchella FAQ

What is the scientific name of Alternanthera pulchella?

Alternanthera pulchella

What family does Alternanthera pulchella belong to?

Amaranthaceae

What is the common name of Alternanthera pulchella?

Beautiful Joyweed

Species in the Alternanthera genus

Alternanthera acaulis, Alternanthera adscendens, Alternanthera albida, Alternanthera albosquarrosa, Alternanthera albotomentosa, Alternanthera altacruzensis, Alternanthera aquatica, Alternanthera arequipensis, Alternanthera areschougii, Alternanthera aristata, Alternanthera asterotricha, Alternanthera aurata, Alternanthera bahiensis, Alternanthera bettzickiana, Alternanthera boliviana, Alternanthera brasiliana, Alternanthera calcicola, Alternanthera cana, Alternanthera canescens, Alternanthera capituliflora, Alternanthera caracasana, Alternanthera cinerella, Alternanthera collina, Alternanthera congesta, Alternanthera cordobensis, Alternanthera coriacea, Alternanthera corymbiformis, Alternanthera costaricensis, Alternanthera crassifolia, Alternanthera crucis, Alternanthera decurrens, Alternanthera dendrotricha, Alternanthera dominii, Alternanthera dubia, Alternanthera echinocephala, Alternanthera elongata, Alternanthera fasciculata, Alternanthera fastigiata, Alternanthera ficoidea, Alternanthera filifolia, Alternanthera flava, Alternanthera flavescens, Alternanthera flavicoma, Alternanthera flavida, Alternanthera flosculosa, Alternanthera frutescens, Alternanthera galapagensis, Alternanthera geniculata, Alternanthera glaucescens, Alternanthera glaziovii,

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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