Argythamnia heteropilosa - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
heteropilosa
ID:
268680
Status:
valid
Authors:
J.W.Ingram
Source:
wcs
Year:
1967
Citation Micro:
Gentes Herbarum 10: 32 (1967)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000268012
Common Names
- Argythamnia Heteropilosa
- Different-haired Argythamnia
- Different-haired Wreath
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Argythamnia heteropilosa (also called Heteropilous silverbush, among many other common names) is a shrub species native to the Caribbean and Central and South America. It has an upright, bushy habit with small, oval-shaped leaves. It grows in dry, open habitats, usually in coastal areas.
Uses & Benefits
Argythamnia heteropilosa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used for its medicinal properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Argythamnia heteropilosa is a small, yellow flower with five petals. The seed of Argythamnia heteropilosa is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings of Argythamnia heteropilosa are small, green, and have a single leaf.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Argythamnia heteropilosa is a tropical shrub native to Central and South America. It is an evergreen shrub that can grow up to 4 feet tall and wide. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a warm, moist environment and lightly covered with soil. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and planted in a well-draining potting mix.
Where to Find Argythamnia heteropilosa
Argythamnia heteropilosa is native to India, Sri Lanka, Myanmar, Thailand, Laos, Vietnam, and China.
Argythamnia heteropilosa FAQ
What is the scientific name of Argythamnia heteropilosa?
Argythamnia heteropilosa
What is the common name of Argythamnia heteropilosa?
Argythamnia
What is the family of Argythamnia heteropilosa?
Euphorbiaceae
Species in the Argythamnia genus
Argythamnia acutangula, Argythamnia argentea, Argythamnia argyraea, Argythamnia candicans, Argythamnia coatepensis, Argythamnia cubensis, Argythamnia ecdyomena, Argythamnia haplostigma, Argythamnia heteropilosa, Argythamnia lottiae, Argythamnia lucayana, Argythamnia lundellii, Argythamnia microphylla, Argythamnia moorei, Argythamnia oblongifolia, Argythamnia proctorii, Argythamnia sericea, Argythamnia sitiens, Argythamnia stahlii, Argythamnia tinctoria, Argythamnia wheeleri, Argythamnia ingramii, Argythamnia silviae,
Species in the Euphorbiaceae family
Acalypha peckoltii, Acalypha peduncularis, Acalypha pendula, Acalypha perrieri, Acalypha persimilis, Acalypha peruviana, Acalypha pervilleana, Acalypha phleoides, Acalypha phyllonomifolia, Acalypha pilosa, Acalypha pippenii, Acalypha pittieri, Acalypha platyphylla, Acalypha pleiogyne, Acalypha plicata, Acalypha pohliana, Acalypha poiretii, Acalypha polymorpha, Acalypha polystachya, Acalypha portoricensis, Acalypha pruinosa, Acalypha pruriens, Acalypha pseudalopecuroides, Acalypha pseudovagans, Acalypha psilostachya, Acalypha pubiflora, Acalypha pulchrespicata, Acalypha punctata, Acalypha purpurascens, Acalypha purpusii, Acalypha pycnantha, Acalypha pygmaea, Acalypha radians, Acalypha radicans, Acalypha radinostachya, Acalypha radula, Acalypha radula, Acalypha rafaelensis, Acalypha raivavensis, Acalypha rapensis, Acalypha reflexa, Acalypha repanda, Acalypha retifera, Acalypha rhombifolia, Acalypha rhomboidea, Acalypha richardiana, Acalypha riedeliana, Acalypha rivularis, Acalypha rottleroides, Acalypha rubrinervis,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-15101: Based on the initial data import
John William Ingram (b.1924): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.W.Ingram' in the authors string.