Iresine schaffneri - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
schaffneri
ID:
1248227
Status:
valid
Authors:
S.Watson
Source:
tro
Year:
1886
Citation Micro:
Proc. Amer. Acad. Arts 21: 437 (1886)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001247565
Common Names
- Iresine schaffneri
- Schaffneri Iresine
- Schaffneri Plant
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Iresine schaffneri (also called Schaffner's Iresine, among many other common names) is a low-growing perennial herb native to Mexico. It has small, white flowers and is found in dry, rocky areas.
Uses & Benefits
Iresine schaffneri is a species of flowering shrub native to Central and South America. It is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and can be used to attract pollinators.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Iresine schaffneri has small, white flowers with a yellow center. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings have a rosette of leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Iresine schaffneri is an evergreen shrub that can reach heights of up to 3 meters. It prefers partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by seed or cuttings.
Where to Find Iresine schaffneri
Iresine schaffneri is native to Mexico and Central America. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests and savannas.
Iresine schaffneri FAQ
What is the scientific name of Iresine schaffneri?
Iresine schaffneri
What is the common name of Iresine schaffneri?
Schaffner's Bloodleaf
Where is Iresine schaffneri native to?
Mexico
Species in the Iresine genus
Iresine angustifolia, Iresine arbuscula, Iresine argentata, Iresine calea, Iresine diffusa, Iresine domingensis, Iresine interrupta, Iresine laurifolia, Iresine nigra, Iresine pedicellata, Iresine rhizomatosa, Iresine arrecta, Iresine discolor, Iresine hartmanii, Iresine heterophylla, Iresine macbridei, Iresine poeppigiana, Iresine pringlei, Iresine tomentella, Iresine flavescens, Iresine herbstii, Iresine lindenii, Iresine palmeri, Iresine weberbaueri, Iresine leptoclada, Iresine grandis, Iresine frutescens, Iresine herrerae, Iresine hebanthoides, Iresine papantlana, Iresine rotundifolia, Iresine schaffneri, Iresine alternifolia, Iresine arenaria, Iresine stricta, Iresine muscoides, Iresine orientalis, Iresine ajuscana,
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 tro-50142023: Based on the initial data import
Sereno Watson (1826-1892): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.Watson' in the authors string.