Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
amaranthina
ID:
671094

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Regel) G.D.Rowley

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
1962

Citation Micro:
in: Backeberg, C., Cactaceae 6: 3556. 1962.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000670426

Common Names

  • Epixochia amaranthina
  • Amaranthina Epixochia
  • Amaranthina Epixochia Plant

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Description

Epixochia amaranthina (also called Amaranth-Leafed Epixochia, among many other common names) is a small shrub with dark green, amaranth-shaped leaves. It is native to Central America and typically grows in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Epixochia amaranthina is used as an ornamental plant in rock gardens and as a ground cover.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Epixochia amaranthina has small, white flowers with four petals and yellow stamens. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings have long, narrow leaves and a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Epixochia amaranthina is a small, perennial herb that is native to South Africa. It grows in grassland and rocky areas. It can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-drained, sandy soil. Division should be done in spring or autumn. The plant prefers full sun and regular watering.

Where to Find Epixochia amaranthina

Epixochia amaranthina can be found in the western United States, from California to Idaho.

Epixochia amaranthina FAQ

What are the growing conditions for Epixochia amaranthina?

Epixochia amaranthina prefers full sun and well-drained soil.

What is the average height of Epixochia amaranthina?

Epixochia amaranthina typically grows to a height of 6-12 inches.

What is the average lifespan of Epixochia amaranthina?

Epixochia amaranthina typically lives for 2-3 years.

Species in the Epixochia genus

Species in the Cactaceae family

Acanthocalycium glaucum, Acanthocalycium spiniflorum, Acanthocalycium thionanthum, Acanthocalycium leucanthum, Acanthocalycium rhodotrichum, Acanthocalycium klimpelianum, Acanthocereus chiapensis, Acanthocereus tetragonus, Acanthocereus guatemalensis, Acanthocereus maculatus, Acanthocereus canoensis, Acanthocereus castellae, Acanthocereus cuixmalensis, Acanthocereus fosterianus, Acanthocereus haackeanus, Acanthocereus hesperius, Acanthocereus hirschtianus, Acanthocereus macdougallii, Acanthocereus oaxacensis, Acanthocereus paradoxus, Acanthocereus rosei, Acanthocereus tepalcatepecanus, Acanthocereus atropurpureus, Acharagma aguirreanum, Acharagma roseanum, Airampoa albisaetacens, Airampoa armata, Airampoa ayrampo, Airampoa boliviensis, Airampoa cedergreniana, Airampoa chilensis, Airampoa corrugata, Airampoa erectoclada, Airampoa ianthinantha, Airampoa microdisca, Airampoa minuscula, Airampoa orurensis, Airampoa panellana, Airampoa picardoi, Airampoa silvestris, Airampoa tilcarensis, Aporepiphyllum freiburgensis, Aporocactus flagelliformis, Aporocactus martianus, Aporocactus moennighoffii, Aporocactus knebelii, Aporoheliocereus smithianus, Ariocarpus agavoides, Ariocarpus bravoanus, Ariocarpus drabi,

References

Eduard August von Regel (1815-1892): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Regel' in the authors string.
Gordon Douglas Rowley (1921-2019): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.D.Rowley' in the authors string.