Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Species:
purpusiana
ID:
517379

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Heimerl) R.A.Levin

Source:
cmp

Year:
2002

Citation Micro:
Novon 12(1): 62. 2002 [2 April 2002]

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000516711

Common Names

  • Purpusiana Acleisanthes
  • Purpus' Acleisanthes
  • Purpus' Water-willow

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Synonyms

  • Selinocarpus purpusianus Heimerl [unknown]

Description

Acleisanthes purpusiana (also called Purpus' Acleisanthes, among many other common names) is an annual herb with a slender, woody stem and a tuft of leaves. It is native to North America and grows in dry, open areas, such as grasslands and deserts.

Uses & Benefits

Acleisanthes purpusiana is used as an ornamental plant in rock gardens and flower beds. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat skin diseases, stomach pain, and fever.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Acleisanthes purpusiana var. marshii (I.M.Johnst.) B.L.Turner

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Acleisanthes purpusiana has small, yellow flowers that are clustered together in a head-like shape. The seed is a small, dark brown nut-like structure. The seedlings are slender and have a single, long, narrow leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Acleisanthes purpusiana can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining, sandy soil mix and kept moist until germination. Division should be done in the spring or fall when the plant is actively growing. The plant should be carefully dug up and divided into smaller clumps which can then be replanted in a moist, sandy soil mix.

Where to Find Acleisanthes purpusiana

Acleisanthes purpusiana can be found in the Western Cape province of South Africa.

Acleisanthes purpusiana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Acleisanthes purpusiana?

Acleisanthes purpusiana

What is the family of Acleisanthes purpusiana?

Amaranthaceae

What is the common name of Acleisanthes purpusiana?

Purpus' Globe Amaranth

Species in the Nyctaginaceae family

Abronia alba, Abronia alpina, Abronia ameliae, Abronia ammophila, Abronia angustifolia, Abronia argillosa, Abronia bigelovii, Abronia bolackii, Abronia carnea, Abronia crux-maltae, Abronia elliptica, Abronia fragrans, Abronia gracilis, Abronia latifolia, Abronia macrocarpa, Abronia maritima, Abronia mellifera, Abronia micrantha, Abronia minor, Abronia nana, Abronia nealleyi, Abronia parviflora, Abronia pogonantha, Abronia turbinata, Abronia umbellata, Abronia villosa, Abronia insularis, Abronia neurophylla, Abronia platyphylla, Abronia variabilis, Acleisanthes acutifolia, Acleisanthes angustifolia, Acleisanthes anisophylla, Acleisanthes chenopodioides, Acleisanthes crassifolia, Acleisanthes diffusa, Acleisanthes lanceolata, Acleisanthes longiflora, Acleisanthes nana, Acleisanthes nevadensis, Acleisanthes obtusa, Acleisanthes palmeri, Acleisanthes parvifolia, Acleisanthes purpusiana, Acleisanthes somalensis, Acleisanthes undulata, Acleisanthes wrightii, Allionia choisyi, Allionia incarnata, Allionia viscida,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2618108: Based on the initial data import
Anton Heimerl (1857-1942): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Heimerl' in the authors string.
Rachel Ann Levin (b.1973): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.A.Levin' in the authors string.