Status:
valid
Authors:
(Murray) Verloove & Lambinon
Source:
cmp
Year:
2006
Citation Micro:
Syst. Geogr. Pl. 76: 219 (2006)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000507083
Common Names
- Dysphania pseudomultiflora
- Pseudomultiflora Dysphania
- Pseudomultiflora Chenopodium
Synonyms
- Chenopodium foetidum pseudomultiflorum Murray [unknown]
Description
Dysphania pseudomultiflora (also called 'False Water-Willow', among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to Central and South America. It has small, white flowers and lance-shaped leaves. It is usually found in moist areas, such as riverbanks and swamps.
Uses & Benefits
Dysphania pseudomultiflora is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Dysphania pseudomultiflora is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, ovoid seed with a smooth surface. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of opposite leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Dysphania pseudomultiflora can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix in a warm, sunny location. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and rooted in a light, well-draining soil mix. Keep the soil moist but not soggy.
Where to Find Dysphania pseudomultiflora
Dysphania pseudomultiflora is native to South America and can be found in tropical forests.
Dysphania pseudomultiflora FAQ
What is the scientific name of Dysphania pseudomultiflora?
Dysphania pseudomultiflora
What is the common name of Dysphania pseudomultiflora?
Unknown
Where is Dysphania pseudomultiflora native to?
Africa
Species in the Dysphania genus
Dysphania pseudomultiflora,
Dysphania melanocarpa,
Dysphania pusilla,
Dysphania saxatilis,
Dysphania truncata,
Dysphania ambrosioides,
Dysphania aristata,
Dysphania botrys,
Dysphania carinata,
Dysphania chilensis,
Dysphania cristata,
Dysphania glandulosa,
Dysphania glomulifera,
Dysphania kalpari,
Dysphania littoralis,
Dysphania multifida,
Dysphania plantaginella,
Dysphania platycarpa,
Dysphania pumilio,
Dysphania rhadinostachya,
Dysphania schraderiana,
Dysphania simulans,
Dysphania sphaerosperma,
Dysphania valida,
Dysphania bontei,
Dysphania burkartii,
Dysphania christii,
Dysphania congolana,
Dysphania dissecta,
Dysphania minuata,
Dysphania nepalensis,
Dysphania oblanceolata,
Dysphania procera,
Dysphania stellata,
Dysphania tomentosa,
Dysphania venturii,
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,