Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Species:
paraguayensis
ID:
693267

Status:
valid

Authors:
Chodat

Source:
cmp

Year:
1899

Citation Micro:
Bull. Herb. Boissier 7(App. 1): 63 (1899)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000692600

Common Names

  • Froelichia paraguayensis
  • Paraguay Froelichia
  • Paraguay-Leaf Froelichia

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Description

Froelichia paraguayensis (also called Paraguayensis, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Amaranthaceae. It is an annual herb that grows up to 1 m tall. It is native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico, and is found in a variety of habitats, including deserts, grasslands, and woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Froelichia paraguayensis is used as a source of food, medicine, and fuel. It can also be used as a natural dye for fabrics and as a source of fiber for rope and paper.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Froelichia paraguayensis is small, yellow and star-shaped. Its seeds are small, black and glossy. The seedlings are thin, upright and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Froelichia paraguayensis is a warm-season perennial grass native to South America. It is typically grown for forage and hay production. It can be propagated by seed, and it is best planted in late spring or early summer in well-drained soils. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some flooding. It is a short-lived perennial and will reseed itself if left undisturbed.

Where to Find Froelichia paraguayensis

Froelichia paraguayensis is native to Paraguay and northern Argentina. It can be found in dry, rocky soils in open woodlands, grasslands, and scrublands.

Froelichia paraguayensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Froelichia paraguayensis?

Froelichia paraguayensis

What is the common name of Froelichia paraguayensis?

Paraguayan snakecotton

What is the natural habitat of Froelichia paraguayensis?

Grasslands and scrublands

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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