Status:
valid
Authors:
(Airy Shaw) Airy Shaw
Source:
wcs
Year:
1972
Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 26: 328 (1972)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000302677
Common Names
- Sampantaea amentiflora
- Amentiflora Sampantaea
- Amentiflora Sampanta
Synonyms
- Alchornea amentiflora Airy Shaw [unknown]
Description
Sampantaea amentiflora (also called Ament-Flowered Sampantaea, among many other common names) is a shrub native to India. It has white flowers and grows in dry, sunny areas.
Uses & Benefits
Sampantaea amentiflora is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. The leaves can be used as fodder for livestock and the wood is used for fuel. The plant has medicinal properties and is used to treat fever, headaches, and stomach ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Sampantaea amentiflora is a small, white flower with five petals. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are small and green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Sampantaea amentiflora is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. It should be watered regularly and fertilized with a balanced fertilizer every few weeks during the growing season.
Where to Find Sampantaea amentiflora
Sampantaea amentiflora is native to India.
Sampantaea amentiflora FAQ
What is the scientific name of Sampantaea amentiflora?
Sampantaea amentiflora
What is the family of Sampantaea amentiflora?
Asteraceae
What is the common name of Sampantaea amentiflora?
Catkin-like pineappleweed
Species in the Sampantaea genus
Species in the Euphorbiaceae family
Acalypha peckoltii,
Acalypha peduncularis,
Acalypha pendula,
Acalypha perrieri,
Acalypha persimilis,
Acalypha peruviana,
Acalypha pervilleana,
Acalypha phleoides,
Acalypha phyllonomifolia,
Acalypha pilosa,
Acalypha pippenii,
Acalypha pittieri,
Acalypha platyphylla,
Acalypha pleiogyne,
Acalypha plicata,
Acalypha pohliana,
Acalypha poiretii,
Acalypha polymorpha,
Acalypha polystachya,
Acalypha portoricensis,
Acalypha pruinosa,
Acalypha pruriens,
Acalypha pseudalopecuroides,
Acalypha pseudovagans,
Acalypha psilostachya,
Acalypha pubiflora,
Acalypha pulchrespicata,
Acalypha punctata,
Acalypha purpurascens,
Acalypha purpusii,
Acalypha pycnantha,
Acalypha pygmaea,
Acalypha radians,
Acalypha radicans,
Acalypha radinostachya,
Acalypha radula,
Acalypha radula,
Acalypha rafaelensis,
Acalypha raivavensis,
Acalypha rapensis,
Acalypha reflexa,
Acalypha repanda,
Acalypha retifera,
Acalypha rhombifolia,
Acalypha rhomboidea,
Acalypha richardiana,
Acalypha riedeliana,
Acalypha rivularis,
Acalypha rottleroides,
Acalypha rubrinervis,