Status:
valid
Authors:
(Muschl.) Ferreyra
Source:
gcc
Year:
1965
Citation Micro:
Publ. Mus. Hist. Nat. "Javier Prado", Ser. B, Bot. 19: 4 (1965)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000081250
Common Names
- Coccinantha
- Coccinantha Arnaldoa
- Red-Stemmed Arnaldoa
Description
Arnaldoa coccinosantha (also called Scarlet Arnaldoa, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to Mexico. It has long, thin stems with small, oval-shaped, green leaves and small, red flowers. It grows in dry, rocky soils in open, sunny areas, and in disturbed areas such as roadsides and abandoned fields.
Uses & Benefits
Arnaldoa coccinosantha is an ornamental plant native to South America. It is drought tolerant and has attractive flowers, making it a great choice for a low-maintenance garden. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Arnaldoa coccinosantha has yellow flowers with a diameter of 1-2 cm. The seeds are small, brown and round in shape. The seedlings are short and have oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Arnaldoa coccinosantha is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can tolerate some drought and is hardy in USDA zones 7-11.
Where to Find Arnaldoa coccinosantha
Arnaldoa coccinosantha is native to Mexico and can be found in dry, rocky areas in the southwestern United States.
Arnaldoa coccinosantha FAQ
What is the scientific name of Arnaldoa coccinosantha?
Arnaldoa coccinosantha
What is the natural habitat of Arnaldoa coccinosantha?
Arnaldoa coccinosantha is native to Mexico.
What type of soil does Arnaldoa coccinosantha prefer?
Arnaldoa coccinosantha prefers well-drained, sandy or loamy soil.
Species in the Arnaldoa genus
Species in the Asteraceae family
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Aaronsohnia factorovskyi,
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Abrotanella rostrata,
Abrotanella linearis,
Abrotanella trilobata,
Abrotanella muscosa,
Abrotanella inconspicua,
Abrotanella trichoachaenia,
Abrotanella caespitosa,
Abrotanella nivigena,
Abrotanella pusilla,
Abrotanella linearifolia,
Abrotanella papuana,
Abrotanella rosulata,
Abrotanella emarginata,
Abrotanella fertilis,
Abrotanella spathulata,
Abrotanella purpurea,
Abrotanella patearoa,
Abrotanella submarginata,
Abrotanella diemii,
Abrotanella scapigera,
Abrotanella forsterioides,
Acamptopappus shockleyi,
Acamptopappus sphaerocephalus,
Acanthocephalus benthamianus,
Acanthocephalus amplexifolius,
Acanthocladium dockeri,
Acanthodesmos distichus,
Acanthodesmos gibarensis,
Acanthospermum humile,
Acanthospermum consobrinum,
Acanthospermum glabratum,
Acanthospermum microcarpum,
Acanthospermum hispidum,
Acanthospermum australe,
Acanthospermum lecocarpoides,
Acanthostyles buniifolius,
Acanthostyles saucechicoensis,
Achillea buiana,
Achillea conrathii,
Achillea cucullata,
Achillea styriaca,
Achillea clavennae,
Achillea cappadocica,
Achillea huber-morathii,
Achillea ptarmicoides,
Achillea sieheana,
Achillea barrelieri,