Status:
valid
Authors:
(Engl.) S.Y.Wong & P.C.Boyce
Source:
wcs
Year:
2010
Citation Micro:
Bot. Stud. (Taipei) 51: 253 (2010)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000916121
Common Names
- Apoballis javanica
- Javanica Apoballis
- Java Apoballis
Description
Apoballis javanica (also called Java Apoballis, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant with a short stem. It is native to South America and is found in moist habitats such as swamps, marshes, and riverbanks.
Uses & Benefits
Apoballis javanica is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used to control soil erosion.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Apoballis javanica has small, white flowers and small, black seeds. The seedlings are small and have short, oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Apoballis javanica is a perennial herb that is propagated by seed or division. It prefers moist, sandy soils and can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It is drought tolerant and requires minimal maintenance.
Where to Find Apoballis javanica
Apoballis javanica is native to Brazil and can be found in wetland areas.
Apoballis javanica FAQ
What is the scientific name of Apoballis javanica?
Apoballis javanica
What is the common name of Apoballis javanica?
Javanica Apoballis
What is the natural habitat of Apoballis javanica?
Tropical and subtropical forests
Species in the Apoballis genus
Apoballis grandiflora,
Apoballis rupestris,
Apoballis brevipes,
Apoballis hastifolia,
Apoballis javanica,
Apoballis longicaulis,
Apoballis mutata,
Apoballis okadae,
Apoballis belophylla,
Apoballis sagittifolia,
Apoballis ovata,
Apoballis acuminatissima,
Species in the Araceae family
Adelonema erythropus,
Adelonema allenii,
Adelonema crinipes,
Adelonema hammelii,
Adelonema kvistii,
Adelonema mofflerianum,
Adelonema orientale,
Adelonema pallidinervium,
Adelonema panamense,
Adelonema peltatum,
Adelonema picturatum,
Adelonema roezlii,
Adelonema speariae,
Adelonema wallisii,
Adelonema wendlandii,
Adelonema yanamonoense,
Aglaodorum griffithii,
Aglaonema brevispathum,
Aglaonema chermsiriwattanae,
Aglaonema cochinchinense,
Aglaonema commutatum,
Aglaonema cordifolium,
Aglaonema costatum,
Aglaonema densinervium,
Aglaonema flemingianum,
Aglaonema hookerianum,
Aglaonema marantifolium,
Aglaonema modestum,
Aglaonema nebulosum,
Aglaonema nitidum,
Aglaonema ovatum,
Aglaonema philippinense,
Aglaonema pictum,
Aglaonema pumilum,
Aglaonema rotunda,
Aglaonema simplex,
Aglaonema tricolor,
Aglaonema vittatum,
Aglaonema robeleynii,
Aglaonema birmanicum,
Aglaonema nicobaricum,
Aglaonema tassae,
Alloschemone inopinata,
Alloschemone occidentalis,
Alocasia megawatiae,
Alocasia chaii,
Alocasia infernalis,
Alocasia nycteris,
Alocasia hypoleuca,
Alocasia jiewhoei,