Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
imperatricis
ID:
179429

Status:
valid

Authors:
(R.H.Schomb.) Baill.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1870

Citation Micro:
Hist. Pl.2: 362 (1870)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000178758

Common Names

  • Alexa imperatricis
  • Alexa
  • Imperatricis

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Synonyms

  • Alexandra imperatricis R.H.Schomb. [valid]
  • Alexa imperatricis glabra Yakovlev [valid]

Description

Alexa imperatricis (also called Empress Alexa, among many other common names) is a small shrub that grows up to 1 m in height. It has bipinnate leaves and pink flowers. It is native to tropical South America, and is found in open woods, grasslands, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Alexa imperatricis is used as an ornamental plant, for erosion control, and as a source of food and medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Alexa imperatricis has small, white flowers that bloom in the summer. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have a single stem and a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Alexa imperatricis is a perennial herbaceous plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown in a variety of soil types, but it prefers sandy or loamy soils. It is drought-tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It can be propagated by seed or division.

Where to Find Alexa imperatricis

Alexa imperatricis is native to the southeastern United States, and can be found in Florida, Georgia, Alabama, and Mississippi. It can be found in moist, sandy soils in open woods, fields, and roadsides.

Alexa imperatricis FAQ

What are the common names of Alexa imperatricis?

Imperatricis, Empress Alexa

What is the natural habitat of Alexa imperatricis?

Alexa imperatricis is found in the tropical and subtropical regions of South America.

What are the uses of Alexa imperatricis?

Alexa imperatricis is used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties.

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

Henri Ernest Baillon (1827-1895): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Baill.' in the authors string.
Robert Hermann Schomburgk (1804-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.H.Schomb.' in the authors string.