Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Species:
multiflora
ID:
529369

Status:
valid

Authors:
Schinz

Source:
cmp

Year:
1934

Citation Micro:
Nat. Pflanzenfam. ed. 2 , 16c: 75 (1934)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000528701



Common Names

  • Alternanthera multiflora
  • Many-Flowered Joyweed
  • Many-Flowered Alternanthera


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Description

Alternanthera multiflora (also called Manyflower Joyweed, among many other common names) is an annual herb that is native to South America. It has a prostrate 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 multiflora is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used as a ground cover and for erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Alternanthera multiflora is small, white and star-shaped. Its seeds are small, black and round, and its seedlings are small and thin.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Alternanthera multiflora 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 multiflora

Alternanthera multiflora can be found in tropical areas of South America, such as Brazil, Colombia, and Venezuela.

Alternanthera multiflora FAQ

What is the scientific name of Alternanthera multiflora?

Alternanthera multiflora

What is the common name of Alternanthera multiflora?

Many-flowered Joyweed

What is the natural habitat of Alternanthera multiflora?

It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of South America

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-2631305: Based on the initial data import
Hans Schinz (1858-1941): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schinz' in the authors string.