Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Genus:
Species:
virgata
ID:
706979

Status:
valid

Authors:
Mart.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1826

Citation Micro:
Nov. Gen. Sp. Pl. 2: 16 (1826)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000706312

Common Names

  • Gomphrena virgata
  • Globe Amaranth
  • Bachelor's Button

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Synonyms

  • Xeraea virgata Kuntze [unknown]

Description

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

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Gomphrena virgata has small, yellow flowers with five petals and yellow anthers. The seed is small, black and oval in shape. The seedlings have thin, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Gomphrena virgata is an annual plant that is easily propagated from seed. It can be sown directly into the garden in spring or early summer, or started indoors in late winter. The seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil and kept moist until germination. Once established, Gomphrena virgata is drought tolerant and requires little maintenance.

Where to Find Gomphrena virgata

Gomphrena virgata can be found in South America, Central America, and the Caribbean.

Gomphrena virgata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Gomphrena virgata?

Gomphrena virgata

What is the common name of Gomphrena virgata?

Gomphrena

How tall does Gomphrena virgata grow?

Gomphrena virgata 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,