Sphaeradenia purpurea - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Pandanales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
purpurea
ID:
739261
Status:
valid
Authors:
Harling
Source:
wcs
Year:
1958
Citation Micro:
Acta Horti Berg. 18: 385 (1958)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000738594
Common Names
- Sphaeradenia purpurea
- Purple Sphaeradenia
- Purpurea Sphaeradenia
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- Sphaeradenia longipedunculata Harling [unknown]
Description
Sphaeradenia purpurea (also called Purple Bog Button, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the southeastern United States. It grows in wetland habitats such as bogs, swamps, and wet meadows.
Uses & Benefits
Sphaeradenia purpurea is a popular ornamental plant used in gardens and pots. It is also used as a natural insect repellent and to reduce humidity in the air.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Sphaeradenia purpurea are white, with four petals and four sepals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have long, narrow leaves.
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Cultivation and propagation of Sphaeradenia purpurea: Propagation is best done by division of the rhizome in spring or early summer. Plant in a moist, humus-rich soil in a semi-shaded position. It is suitable for bog gardens. It is also suitable for growing in containers.
Where to Find Sphaeradenia purpurea
Sphaeradenia purpurea is native to tropical rainforests in Central and South America.
Sphaeradenia purpurea FAQ
What is the scientific name of Sphaeradenia purpurea?
Sphaeradenia purpurea
What type of plant is Sphaeradenia purpurea?
It is a shrub
Where is Sphaeradenia purpurea found?
It is found in Colombia
Species in the Sphaeradenia genus
Sphaeradenia crocea, Sphaeradenia steyermarkii, Sphaeradenia hamata, Sphaeradenia garciae, Sphaeradenia fosbergii, Sphaeradenia duidae, Sphaeradenia cuatrecasana, Sphaeradenia chiriquensis, Sphaeradenia buenaventurae, Sphaeradenia asplundii, Sphaeradenia angustifolia, Sphaeradenia amazonica, Sphaeradenia danielii, Sphaeradenia pterostigma, Sphaeradenia sphagnicola, Sphaeradenia sanctae-barbarae, Sphaeradenia rhodocephala, Sphaeradenia horrida, Sphaeradenia purpurea, Sphaeradenia pachystigma, Sphaeradenia oligostemon, Sphaeradenia lemaensis, Sphaeradenia laucheana, Sphaeradenia killipii, Sphaeradenia alleniana, Sphaeradenia stylosa, Sphaeradenia acutitepala, Sphaeradenia stenosperma, Sphaeradenia woodsonii, Sphaeradenia vallensis, Sphaeradenia perangusta, Sphaeradenia gigantea, Sphaeradenia versicolor, Sphaeradenia compacta, Sphaeradenia oxystigma, Sphaeradenia carnosa, Sphaeradenia crassiceps, Sphaeradenia magniglobula, Sphaeradenia brachiolata, Sphaeradenia distans, Sphaeradenia columnaris, Sphaeradenia proboscidifera, Sphaeradenia pallida, Sphaeradenia praetermissa, Sphaeradenia scandens, Sphaeradenia alba, Sphaeradenia pulchra, Sphaeradenia virella, Sphaeradenia meridionalis, Sphaeradenia occidentalis,
Species in the Cyclanthaceae family
Asplundia acuminata, Asplundia ahlneri, Asplundia alata, Asplundia antioquiae, Asplundia aulacostigma, Asplundia aurantiaca, Asplundia australis, Asplundia brachyphylla, Asplundia brachypus, Asplundia brasiliensis, Asplundia cabrerae, Asplundia caput-medusae, Asplundia cayapensis, Asplundia clementinae, Asplundia cupulifera, Asplundia cuspidata, Asplundia cymbispatha, Asplundia divergens, Asplundia domingensis, Asplundia dussii, Asplundia ecuadoriensis, Asplundia euryspatha, Asplundia ewanii, Asplundia fagerlindii, Asplundia fanshawei, Asplundia fendleri, Asplundia ferruginea, Asplundia flavovaginata, Asplundia gamotepala, Asplundia gardneri, Asplundia gigantea, Asplundia glandulosa, Asplundia glaucophylla, Asplundia gleasonii, Asplundia goebelii, Asplundia guianensis, Asplundia harlingiana, Asplundia helicotricha, Asplundia heteranthera, Asplundia hookeri, Asplundia humilis, Asplundia insignis, Asplundia isabellina, Asplundia krukoffii, Asplundia labela, Asplundia latifolia, Asplundia latifrons, Asplundia liebmannii, Asplundia lilacina, Asplundia longicrura,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-287646: Based on the initial data import
Gunnar Harling (1920-2010): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Harling' in the authors string.