Status:
valid
Authors:
Pedersen
Source:
cmp
Year:
1997
Citation Micro:
Adansonia sér. 3, 19(2): 232. 1997
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000706277
Common Names
- Gomphrena spissa
- Globe Amaranth
- Bachelor's Button
Description
Gomphrena spissa (also called Globe Amaranth, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to South America. It has a bushy habit, with erect stems reaching up to 1 meter in height. Its leaves are lanceolate and green in color, and its flowers are small and globular, in shades of pink, purple, and white. It prefers moist soils and is found in tropical and subtropical climates.
Uses & Benefits
Gomphrena spissa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, and is also used in dried flower arrangements.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Gomphrena spissa has small, white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are small, green and have oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Gomphrena spissa can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring, in a warm, sunny spot. Division can be done in spring or autumn. The plants should be divided every 3-4 years to keep them healthy and vigorous.
Where to Find Gomphrena spissa
Gomphrena spissa can be found in South America, Central America, and the Caribbean.
Gomphrena spissa FAQ
What is the scientific name of Gomphrena spissa?
Gomphrena spissa
What is the common name of Gomphrena spissa?
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How tall does Gomphrena spissa grow?
Gomphrena spissa typically grows to a height of 1-2 feet
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,