Status:
valid
Authors:
J.C.de Siqueira
Source:
cmp
Year:
1982
Citation Micro:
Eugeniana 4: 8 (1982)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000706048
Common Names
- Hermogenesii Gomphrena
- Hermogenesii Globe-amaranth
- Hermogenesii Bachelor's-button
Description
Gomphrena hermogenesii (also called Globe Amaranth, Bachelor's Button, and Velvetleaf among many other common names) is an annual flowering plant native to South America. It grows to a height of about 1 foot and has small, pink, purple or white flowers. It is found in dry, open habitats such as grasslands and roadsides.
Uses & Benefits
Gomphrena hermogenesii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, as a cut flower, and as a dried flower. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, asthma, and other ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Gomphrena hermogenesii has small, round, bright white flowers with a yellow center. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Gomphrena hermogenesii is a tender perennial that can be grown as an annual in cooler climates. It is best grown in well-drained soil in full sun. Propagation is done by seed or division.
Where to Find Gomphrena hermogenesii
Gomphrena hermogenesii is native to South America and can be found in grasslands.
Gomphrena hermogenesii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Gomphrena hermogenesii?
Gomphrena hermogenesii
What are the common names of Gomphrena hermogenesii?
Hermogenes' Gomphrena
What is the natural habitat of Gomphrena hermogenesii?
Gomphrena hermogenesii is native to the tropical regions of 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,