Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Species:
decurrens
ID:
529194

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.C.Siqueira

Source:
cmp

Year:
2004

Citation Micro:
Eugeniana 27: 12 (2004)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000528526



Common Names

  • Decurrens Alternanthera
  • Alternanthera Decurrens
  • Tall Alternanthera


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Description

Alternanthera decurrens (also called Brazilian Joyweed, among many other common names) is a perennial plant native to South America. It is an evergreen shrub with bright green leaves and white flowers. It is found in moist, tropical regions and prefers full sun and well-drained soil.

Uses & Benefits

Alternanthera decurrens is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, diarrhea, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Alternanthera decurrens has small white flowers and small black seeds. The seedlings are small, with thin stems and small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Alternanthera decurrens is a perennial herb that can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun to partial shade. It is tolerant of heat and humidity and is drought-tolerant once established. It can be propagated by division in spring or early summer. Seeds can be sown in spring or early summer in a warm, sunny spot. The seedlings should be spaced about 30 cm apart.

Where to Find Alternanthera decurrens

Alternanthera decurrens is native to the Caribbean, Central America, and South America.

Alternanthera decurrens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Alternanthera decurrens?

Alternanthera decurrens

What is the common name of Alternanthera decurrens?

Decurrent Alternanthera

What is the family of Alternanthera decurrens?

Amaranthaceae

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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