Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Species:
rhizomatosa
ID:
1237218

Status:
valid

Authors:
I.M.Johnst.

Source:
tro

Year:
1943

Citation Micro:
J. Arnold Arbor. 24: 233 (1943)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001236556



Common Names

  • Tidestromia rhizomatosa
  • Rhizomatosa Tidestromia
  • Tidestromia


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Description

Tidestromia rhizomatosa (also called Rhizomatous Tidestromia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Amaranthaceae. It is native to Central and South America. It grows in humid and dry tropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Tidestromia rhizomatosa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Tidestromia rhizomatosa is a yellow-green color. The seed is small and round, and the seedlings are thin and spindly.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tidestromia rhizomatosa is an evergreen shrub that can reach heights of up to 6 feet. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-mature wood and rooted in a moist, sandy soil mix. The plant prefers full sun to partial shade and should be watered regularly.

Where to Find Tidestromia rhizomatosa

Tidestromia rhizomatosa is native to the tropical forests of Central and South America.

Tidestromia rhizomatosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tidestromia rhizomatosa?

Tidestromia rhizomatosa

What is the common name of Tidestromia rhizomatosa?

Rhizomatosa Tidestromia

What is the natural habitat of Tidestromia rhizomatosa?

Tropical and subtropical dry shrublands

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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