Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Genus:
Species:
arborescens
ID:
706526

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.f.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1782

Citation Micro:
Suppl. Pl. : 173 (1782)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000705859

Common Names

  • Gomphrena arborescens
  • Arborescens Gomphrena
  • Gomphrena Arborescens

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Description

Gomphrena arborescens (also called Gomphrena arborescens, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to India and Sri Lanka. It has a thick, woody stem and long, narrow leaves. It is found in moist, shady areas, such as near streams and in forests.

Uses & Benefits

Gomphrena arborescens is used as an ornamental plant in gardens. It has attractive foliage and flowers that attract bees and butterflies. It can also be used as a groundcover or in a rock garden.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Gomphrena arborescens has yellow flowers, small seeds and small seedlings.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Gomphrena arborescens is an annual that can be grown from seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and rooted in moist soil.

Where to Find Gomphrena arborescens

Gomphrena arborescens can be found in South America.

Gomphrena arborescens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Gomphrena arborescens?

Gomphrena arborescens

What type of plant is Gomphrena arborescens?

A perennial herb

Where is Gomphrena arborescens native to?

South America

Species in the Gomphrena genus

Gomphrena stellata, Gomphrena affinis, Gomphrena agrestis, Gomphrena albiflora, Gomphrena anti-lethargica, Gomphrena arborescens, Gomphrena arida, Gomphrena atrorubra, Gomphrena basilanata, Gomphrena bicolor, Gomphrena boliviana, Gomphrena brachystylis, Gomphrena breviflora, Gomphrena caespitosa, Gomphrena caleyi, Gomphrena canescens, Gomphrena cardenasii, Gomphrena celosioides, Gomphrena centrota, Gomphrena chrestoides, Gomphrena cinnabarina, Gomphrena cladotrichoides, Gomphrena claussenii, Gomphrena colosacana, Gomphrena conferta, Gomphrena conica, Gomphrena connata, Gomphrena cucullata, Gomphrena debilis, Gomphrena decipiens, Gomphrena demissa, Gomphrena desertorum, Gomphrena diffusa, Gomphrena discolor, Gomphrena duriuscula, Gomphrena eichleri, Gomphrena elegans, Gomphrena equisetiformis, Gomphrena eriophylla, Gomphrena ferruginea, Gomphrena filaginoides, Gomphrena flaccida, Gomphrena floribunda, Gomphrena fuscipellita, Gomphrena gardneri, Gomphrena glabratoides, Gomphrena globosa, Gomphrena graminea, Gomphrena guaranitica, Gomphrena haageana,

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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