Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Species:
aspera
ID:
516845

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1753

Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl. : 204 (1753)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000516177



Common Names

  • Aspera Achyranthes
  • Aspera Achyranthes
  • Aspera Achyranthes


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Synonyms

  • Stachyarpagophora aspera (L.) M.Gómez [unknown]
  • Achyranthes daito-insularis Tawada [unknown]
  • Achyranthes acuminata hort. ex Schinz [unknown]
  • Achyranthes aspera australis (R.Br.) Domin [unknown]
  • Achyranthes aspera canescens F.M.Bailey [unknown]
  • Achyranthes aspera simplex Millsp. [unknown]
  • Achyranthes aspera subgrandifolia Suess. [unknown]
  • Achyranthes asperoides P.Lima [unknown]
  • Achyranthes australis R.Br. [unknown]
  • Achyranthes canescens R.Br. [unknown]
  • Achyranthes ellipticifolia Stokes [unknown]
  • Achyranthes fruticosa Desf. [unknown]
  • Achyranthes grandifolia Moq. [unknown]
  • Achyranthes obovata Peter [unknown]
  • Achyranthes obovatifolia Stokes [unknown]
  • Achyranthes okinawensis Tawada [unknown]
  • Achyranthes robusta C.H.Wright [unknown]
  • Achyranthes tenuifolia Steud. [unknown]
  • Cadelaria punctata Raf. [unknown]
  • Centrostachys aspera (L.) Standl. [unknown]
  • Centrostachys australis Standl. [unknown]
  • Centrostachys canescens Standl. [unknown]
  • Centrostachys grandifolia Standl. [unknown]
  • Centrostachys indica (L.) Standl. [unknown]
  • Achyranthes sicula Roth [unknown]
  • Achyranthes aspera obtusifolia (Lam.) Suess. [unknown]
  • Achyranthes aspera aspera [unknown]

Description

Achyranthes aspera (also called rough chaff flower, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to tropical Asia. It has bright green, oval-shaped leaves and produces small white flowers. It prefers moist, well-drained soils in full sun and can be grown in containers or in the ground.

Uses & Benefits

Achyranthes aspera is an ornamental plant that is often used in gardens and flower beds. It is known for its showy flowers and its ability to thrive in moist, shady areas. It is also used to attract hummingbirds and butterflies.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Achyranthes aspera var. borbonica (Willd. ex Schult.) C.C.Towns.
Achyranthes aspera var. indica L.
Achyranthes aspera var. porphyristachya (Wall. ex Moq.) Hook.f.
Achyranthes aspera var. pubescens M.Gómez
Achyranthes aspera var. rubrofusca (Wight) Hook.f.
Achyranthes aspera var. sicula L.
Achyranthes aspera var. velutina (Hook. & Arn.) C.C.Towns.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Achyranthes aspera is a small, white, star-shaped flower. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are thin and grass-like.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Achyranthes aspera can be propagated from seed or by division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Division can be done in spring or autumn. Plant divisions should be replanted immediately and kept moist.

Where to Find Achyranthes aspera

Achyranthes aspera can be found in wet places such as swamps, marshes, and wet meadows in the southeastern United States.

Achyranthes aspera FAQ

What is the scientific name of Achyranthes aspera?

Achyranthes aspera

What is the family of Achyranthes aspera?

Amaranthaceae

What is the habitat of Achyranthes aspera?

Grasslands and open woodlands

Species in the Amaranthaceae family

Achyranthes arborescens, Achyranthes aspera, Achyranthes bidentata, Achyranthes diandra, Achyranthes fasciculata, Achyranthes mangarevica, Achyranthes marchionica, Achyranthes margaretarum, Achyranthes mutica, Achyranthes splendens, Achyranthes talbotii, Achyranthes shahii, Achyropsis avicularis, Achyropsis filifolia, Achyropsis fruticulosa, Achyropsis gracilis, Achyropsis laniceps, Achyropsis leptostachya, Acroglochin obtusifolia, Acroglochin persicarioides, Aerva artemisioides, Aerva caudata, Aerva congesta, Aerva coriacea, Aerva edulis, Aerva glabrata, Aerva humbertii, Aerva javanica, Aerva lanata, Aerva leucura, Aerva madagassica, Aerva microphylla, Aerva monsonia, Aerva radicans, Aerva revoluta, Aerva sanguinolenta, Aerva timorensis, Aerva triangularifolia, Aerva villosa, Aerva wightii, Agathophora alopecuroides, Agriophyllum lateriflorum, Agriophyllum latifolium, Agriophyllum minus, Agriophyllum montasirii, Agriophyllum paletzkianum, Agriophyllum squarrosum, Allenrolfea occidentalis, Allenrolfea patagonica, Allenrolfea vaginata,

References