Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Species:
frutescens
ID:
529267

Status:
valid

Authors:
R.Br. ex Spreng.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1824

Citation Micro:
Syst. Veg. 1: 819 (1824)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000528599



Common Names

  • Joseph's Coat
  • Parrot Leaf
  • Calico Plant


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Description

Alternanthera frutescens (also called Spreading Joyweed, among many other common names) is an annual herb that is native to South America. It has a spreading growth habit and its leaves are ovate to lanceolate in shape. It is found in moist areas, such as swamps, marshes, and wet meadows.

Uses & Benefits

Alternanthera frutescens 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 frutescens 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 frutescens is an annual plant that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated by division or cuttings in spring or summer. Cuttings should be taken from the tips of the stems and rooted in a moist medium. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a well-drained soil and kept moist until germination. The seedlings should be transplanted when they are large enough to handle.

Where to Find Alternanthera frutescens

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

Alternanthera frutescens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Alternanthera frutescens?

Alternanthera frutescens

What is the family of Alternanthera frutescens?

Amaranthaceae

What is the common name of Alternanthera frutescens?

Shrubby Joyweed

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2631205: Based on the initial data import
Kurt Polycarp Joachim Sprengel (1766-1833): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Spreng.' in the authors string.
Robert Brown (1773-1858): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.Br.' in the authors string.