Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Species:
adscendens
ID:
529095

Status:
valid

Authors:
Suess.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1937

Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. 42: 50 (1937)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000528427



Common Names

  • Ascending Alternanthera
  • Joseph's Coat
  • Parrot Leaf


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Description

Alternanthera adscendens (also called Climbing Alternanthera, Climbing Joyweed, and Climbing Alternanthera Joyweed, among many other common names) is a climbing or trailing perennial plant with small, white flowers. It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas, and is found in moist, shady areas.

Uses & Benefits

Alternanthera adscendens is used as an ornamental plant, for medicinal purposes, and as a source of timber for furniture making.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Alternanthera adscendens are small and white, and arranged in dense, terminal spikes. The seeds are small, black, and oval-shaped. The seedlings are slender and have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Alternanthera adscendens can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers a warm, humid environment with bright, indirect light. The soil should be well-draining and should be kept moist. Fertilize the plant every two weeks during the growing season.

Where to Find Alternanthera adscendens

Alternanthera adscendens is native to South America and is found in moist, open areas.

Alternanthera adscendens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Alternanthera adscendens?

Alternanthera adscendens

What is the common name of Alternanthera adscendens?

Climbing Alternanthera

What is the growth habit of Alternanthera adscendens?

It is an annual herb with a climbing habit

Species in the Alternanthera genus

Alternanthera acaulis, Alternanthera adscendens, Alternanthera albida, Alternanthera albosquarrosa, Alternanthera albotomentosa, Alternanthera altacruzensis, Alternanthera aquatica, Alternanthera arequipensis, Alternanthera areschougii, Alternanthera aristata, Alternanthera asterotricha, Alternanthera aurata, Alternanthera bahiensis, Alternanthera bettzickiana, Alternanthera boliviana, Alternanthera brasiliana, Alternanthera calcicola, Alternanthera cana, Alternanthera canescens, Alternanthera capituliflora, Alternanthera caracasana, Alternanthera cinerella, Alternanthera collina, Alternanthera congesta, Alternanthera cordobensis, Alternanthera coriacea, Alternanthera corymbiformis, Alternanthera costaricensis, Alternanthera crassifolia, Alternanthera crucis, Alternanthera decurrens, Alternanthera dendrotricha, Alternanthera dominii, Alternanthera dubia, Alternanthera echinocephala, Alternanthera elongata, Alternanthera fasciculata, Alternanthera fastigiata, Alternanthera ficoidea, Alternanthera filifolia, Alternanthera flava, Alternanthera flavescens, Alternanthera flavicoma, Alternanthera flavida, Alternanthera flosculosa, Alternanthera frutescens, Alternanthera galapagensis, Alternanthera geniculata, Alternanthera glaucescens, Alternanthera glaziovii,

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,

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