Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Species:
sessilis
ID:
529493

Status:
valid

Authors:
(L.) DC.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1813

Citation Micro:
Cat. Pl. Horti Monsp. : 77 (1813)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000528825



Common Names

  • Joseph's Coat
  • Parrot Leaf
  • Calico Plant


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Synonyms

  • Paronychia sessilis (L.) Desf. [unknown]
  • Achyranthes linearifolia Sw. ex Wikstr. [unknown]
  • Achyranthes sessilis (L.) Besser [unknown]
  • Achyranthes triandra Roxb. [unknown]
  • Achyranthes villosa Blanco [unknown]
  • Allaganthera forsskaolei Mart. [unknown]
  • Alternanthera achyranthes Forssk. [unknown]
  • Alternanthera achyranthoides Hiern [unknown]
  • Alternanthera angustifolia R.Br. [unknown]
  • Alternanthera angustifolia lanata Benth. [unknown]
  • Alternanthera angustifolia macrocephala Domin [unknown]
  • Alternanthera angustifolia typica Domin [unknown]
  • Alternanthera denticulata R.Br. [unknown]
  • Alternanthera denticulata major Moq. [unknown]
  • Alternanthera denticulata micrantha Benth. [unknown]
  • Alternanthera denticulata uliginosa Domin [unknown]
  • Alternanthera dubia Hort.Paris. ex Moq. [unknown]
  • Alternanthera ficoides (L.) P.Beauv. [unknown]
  • Alternanthera ficoides minor P.Beauv. [unknown]
  • Alternanthera glabra Moq. [unknown]
  • Alternanthera major Domin [unknown]
  • Alternanthera micrantha Domin [unknown]
  • Alternanthera nana R.Br. [unknown]
  • Alternanthera nana major Benth. [unknown]
  • Alternanthera nodiflora R.Br. [unknown]
  • Alternanthera nodiflora lanceolata Moq. [unknown]
  • Alternanthera nodiflora linearifolia Moq. [unknown]
  • Alternanthera polygonoides (L.) Sweet [unknown]
  • Alternanthera prostrata D.Don [unknown]
  • Alternanthera repens Gmel. [unknown]
  • Alternanthera sennii Mattei [unknown]
  • Alternanthera sessilis angustifolia Moq. [unknown]
  • Alternanthera sessilis denticulata (R.Br.) Kuntze [unknown]
  • Alternanthera sessilis lanceolata Kuntze [unknown]
  • Alternanthera sessilis major Moq. [unknown]
  • Alternanthera sessilis neglecta Kuntze [unknown]
  • Alternanthera sessilis nodiflora (R.Br.) Kuntze [unknown]
  • Alternanthera sessilis parviflora Kuntze [unknown]
  • Alternanthera sessilis spathulifolia Kuntze [unknown]
  • Alternanthera sessilis stauntonii Moq. [unknown]
  • Alternanthera sessilis tenuissima (Suess.) Backer [unknown]
  • Alternanthera sibirica Steud. [unknown]
  • Alternanthera tenella Moq. [unknown]
  • Alternanthera tenuissima Suess. [unknown]
  • Alternanthera triandra Lam. [unknown]
  • Alternanthera triandra denticulata (R.Br.) Maiden & Betche [unknown]
  • Alternanthera triandra nodiflora (R.Br.) Maiden & Betche [unknown]
  • Alternanthera uliginosa Dinter [unknown]
  • Gomphrena brasiliensis Hort.Aven. ex Moq. [unknown]
  • Gomphrena polygonoides L. [unknown]
  • Gomphrena sessilis L. [unknown]
  • Illecebrum sessile (L.) L. [unknown]
  • Alternanthera ficoides versicolor Lem. [unknown]
  • Alternanthera achyranthoides Forssk. [unknown]

Description

Alternanthera sessilis (also called 'Sessile Joyweed', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Amaranthaceae family. It is an annual herb that grows up to 50 cm tall. It is native to South America and is found in dry grassland and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Alternanthera sessilis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, skin diseases, and stomach problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Alternanthera sessilis is white or pinkish in color and has five petals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Alternanthera sessilis is a fast-growing, evergreen perennial that can be propagated from stem cuttings. Cuttings should be taken from the tips of the stems and placed in moist soil or a rooting medium. The cuttings should be kept in a warm, humid environment until they have rooted. Once rooted, the plants can be transplanted into individual containers and grown in a sunny location.

Where to Find Alternanthera sessilis

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

Alternanthera sessilis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Alternanthera sessilis?

Alternanthera sessilis

What is the common name of Alternanthera sessilis?

Sessile Joyweed

What is the natural habitat of Alternanthera sessilis?

Wetlands, ditches, and disturbed areas

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-2631425: Based on the initial data import
Carl Linnaeus (1707-1778): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.' in the authors string.
Augustin Pyramus de Candolle (1778-1841): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'DC.' in the authors string.