Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Genus:
Species:
scandens
ID:
706920

Status:
valid

Authors:
(R.E.Fr.) J.C.Siqueira

Source:
cmp

Year:
1992

Citation Micro:
Pesquisas, Bot. 43: 130 (1992)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000706253

Common Names

  • Gomphrena scandens
  • Globe Amaranth
  • Bachelor's Button

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Synonyms

  • Pseudogomphrena scandens R.E.Fr. [unknown]

Description

Gomphrena scandens (also called Globe Amaranth, Bachelor's Button, and many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to South America. It has a single stem that can reach up to 1 meter in height and is covered in small, white flowers. It grows in a variety of habitats, including grasslands, meadows, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Gomphrena scandens is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, and is also used in dried flower arrangements.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Gomphrena scandens has small, pink flowers with a yellow center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and green with a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Gomphrena scandens can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a well-drained soil mix. Division can be done in spring or fall. The plant should be divided into several clumps and replanted in a well-drained soil mix.

Where to Find Gomphrena scandens

Gomphrena scandens is native to the tropical and subtropical regions of South America, including Brazil, Paraguay, and Argentina.

Gomphrena scandens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Gomphrena scandens?

Gomphrena scandens

What are the common names of Gomphrena scandens?

Globe amaranth, bachelor's button, and pincushion flower

What is the growth habit of Gomphrena scandens?

It is an annual herb that grows up to 0.6 m tall

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2829441: Based on the initial data import
Robert Elias Fries (1876-1966): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.E.Fr.' in the authors string.
Josafá Carlos de Siqueira (b.1953): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.C.Siqueira' in the authors string.