Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
rigidum
ID:
174517

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Gillies ex Hook. & Arn.) Hieron.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1879

Citation Micro:
Bol. Acad. Nac. Ci. Republ. Argent.3: 340 (1879)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000173846

Common Names

  • Rigid Amorpha
  • Rigid False Indigo
  • Rigid Leadplant

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Synonyms

  • Anarthrophyllum brevistipula Phil. [valid]
  • Anarthrophyllum negeri Chodat & Wilczek [valid]
  • Anarthrophyllum toninii Kuntze [valid]
  • Genista rigida Gillies ex Hook. & Arn. [valid]
  • Anarthrophyllum rigidum toninii Speg. [valid]
  • Anarthrophyllum brevistipula rigidum Hosseus [valid]

Description

Anarthrophyllum rigidum (also called Rigid 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 rigidum 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 rigidum has small, white flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and thin.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Anarthrophyllum rigidum 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 rigidum

Anarthrophyllum rigidum 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 rigidum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Anarthrophyllum rigidum?

Anarthrophyllum rigidum

What is the common name of Anarthrophyllum rigidum?

Rigid False Foxglove

What is the natural habitat of Anarthrophyllum rigidum?

Dry, rocky slopes and open woodlands in the Andes Mountains

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

Georg Hans Emmo Wolfgang Hieronymus (1846-1921): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hieron.' in the authors string.
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.
John Gillies (1792-1834): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gillies' in the authors string.