Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Genus:
Species:
pedicellata
ID:
732870

Status:
valid

Authors:
Eliasson

Source:
cmp

Year:
1987

Citation Micro:
Fl. Ecuador 28(44): 116 (1987)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000732203



Common Names

  • Iresine pedicellata
  • Pedicellate Iresine
  • Stalked Iresine


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Description

Iresine pedicellata (also called Bloodleaf, Chicken Gizzard, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to Central and South America. It has long, oval-shaped leaves with red veins and stems. It grows in moist, shady areas, and is often used as a ground cover in gardens.

Uses & Benefits

Iresine pedicellata is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and is also used as a groundcover in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Iresine pedicellata is a small, white flower. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, dark green and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Iresine pedicellata is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 3 m in height. It is propagated from seed, which can be collected from the tree or purchased from a nursery. The seeds should be sown in a well-draining, sandy soil and kept moist until germination. Once the seedlings have reached a height of 15-20 cm, they can be transplanted into larger containers or into the ground.

Where to Find Iresine pedicellata

Iresine pedicellata can be found in tropical regions of South America, including Brazil, Colombia, and Peru.

Iresine pedicellata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Iresine pedicellata?

Iresine pedicellata

What is the common name of Iresine pedicellata?

Stalked Bloodleaf

Where is Iresine pedicellata native to?

Central America

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-2866664: Based on the initial data import
Uno H. Eliasson (b.1939): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Eliasson' in the authors string.