Status:
valid
Authors:
(Lehm.) Soják
Source:
ipni
Year:
2010
Citation Micro:
Thaiszia 20: 93 (2010)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001342308
Description
Argentina commutata (also called 'Commutata', among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South America. It has long, narrow, green leaves and white flowers. It is found in dry, rocky areas and in open grasslands.
Uses & Benefits
Argentina commutata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks due to its attractive foliage and flowers.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Argentina commutata var. polyandra (Soják) Y.H.Tong & N.H.Xia
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Argentina commutata has small, yellow flowers. Its seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have a rosette of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Argentina commutata can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers a well-drained, slightly acidic soil and full sun to partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -5°C (23°F).
Where to Find Argentina commutata
Argentina commutata is native to the tropical and subtropical regions of India.
Argentina commutata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Argentina commutata?
Argentina commutata
What is the natural habitat of Argentina commutata?
Tropical and subtropical moist montane forests
What is the average height of Argentina commutata?
2-4 meters
Species in the Argentina genus
Argentina pacifica,
Argentina subarctica,
Argentina anserinoides,
Argentina anserina,
Argentina achillea,
Argentina adinophylla,
Argentina archboldiana,
Argentina aristata,
Argentina assimilis,
Argentina baliemensis,
Argentina bidentula,
Argentina biloba,
Argentina recognita,
Argentina adulterina,
Argentina phanerophlebia,
Argentina songzhuensis,
Argentina borneensis,
Argentina brassii,
Argentina cardotiana,
Argentina commutata,
Argentina curta,
Argentina fallens,
Argentina festiva,
Argentina glabriuscula,
Argentina gombalana,
Argentina gorokana,
Argentina habbemana,
Argentina hooglandii,
Argentina indivisa,
Argentina interrupta,
Argentina irianensis,
Argentina kinabaluensis,
Argentina leuconota,
Argentina lignosa,
Argentina lineata,
Argentina linilaciniata,
Argentina luteopilosa,
Argentina mangenii,
Argentina micropetala,
Argentina microphylla,
Argentina millefoliolata,
Argentina oxyodonta,
Argentina papuana,
Argentina parvula,
Argentina peduncularis,
Argentina philippinensis,
Argentina polyphylla,
Argentina pycnophylla,
Argentina scorpionis,
Argentina sericophylla,
Species in the Rosaceae family
Acaena macrocephala,
Acaena antarctica,
Acaena argentea,
Acaena boliviana,
Acaena buchananii,
Acaena echinata,
Acaena agnipila,
Acaena cylindristachya,
Acaena confertissima,
Acaena eupatoria,
Acaena integerrima,
Acaena leptacantha,
Acaena ovina,
Acaena magellanica,
Acaena masafuerana,
Acaena patagonica,
Acaena tenera,
Acaena platyacantha,
Acaena pumila,
Acaena splendens,
Acaena stricta,
Acaena stangii,
Acaena trifida,
Acaena pallida,
Acaena caespitosa,
Acaena saccaticupula,
Acaena subincisa,
Acaena hirsutula,
Acaena fissistipula,
Acaena glabra,
Acaena tesca,
Acaena juvenca,
Acaena emittens,
Acaena dumicola,
Acaena profundeincisa,
Acaena minor,
Acaena alpina,
Acaena montana,
Acaena myriophylla,
Acaena poeppigiana,
Acaena anserovina,
Acaena sericea,
Acaena latebrosa,
Acaena sarmentosa,
Acaena elongata,
Acaena exigua,
Acaena rorida,
Acaena novae-zelandiae,
Acaena pinnatifida,
Acaena inermis,