Anarthrophyllum elegans - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
elegans
ID:
174516
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Hook. & Arn.) F.Phil.
Source:
ildis
Year:
Citation Micro:
Cat. Pl. Chil. 52.
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000173845
Common Names
- Elegant Amorpha
- Elegant False Indigo
- Elegant Leadplant
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Anarthrophyllum elegans (also called Elegant False Indigo, among many other common names) is a perennial plant in the family Fabaceae. It has a slender, erect stem and grows up to 1.2 m tall. It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Central and South America, and is found in moist habitats such as wet meadows, marshes, and swamps.
Uses & Benefits
Anarthrophyllum elegans is used as an ornamental plant for landscaping, and its wood is used for making furniture, flooring, and other wood products.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Anarthrophyllum elegans has small, white flowers that bloom in summer. The seed pods are long and thin, containing several small, black seeds. The seedlings have two seed leaves and a taproot.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Anarthrophyllum elegans is a perennial herbaceous plant that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun to partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some flooding. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings, and can be grown in containers.
Where to Find Anarthrophyllum elegans
Anarthrophyllum elegans is native to the southeastern United States and can be found in moist, sandy soils. It is typically found in open woods, thickets, and roadsides.
Anarthrophyllum elegans FAQ
What is the scientific name of Anarthrophyllum elegans?
Anarthrophyllum elegans
What is the common name of Anarthrophyllum elegans?
Elegant False Foxglove
What is the natural habitat of Anarthrophyllum elegans?
Dry, rocky slopes and open woodlands in the Andes Mountains
Species in the Anarthrophyllum genus
Anarthrophyllum ornithopodum, Anarthrophyllum patagonicum, Anarthrophyllum subandinum, Anarthrophyllum andicolum, Anarthrophyllum desideratum, Anarthrophyllum elegans, Anarthrophyllum rigidum, Anarthrophyllum gayanum, Anarthrophyllum burkartii, Anarthrophyllum andicola, Anarthrophyllum cumingii, Anarthrophyllum elegans, Anarthrophyllum capitatum, Anarthrophyllum catamarcense, Anarthrophyllum macrophyllum, Anarthrophyllum pedicellatum, Anarthrophyllum strigulipetalum,
Species in the Fabaceae family
References
William Jackson Hooker (1785-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hook.' in the authors string.
George Arnott Walker-Arnott (1799-1868): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Arn.' in the authors string.
Friedrich Heinrich Eunom Philippi (1838-1910): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.Phil.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:473987-1: Based on the initial data import