Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
mossambicensis
ID:
1317257

Status:
valid

Authors:
(A.Fern. & Diniz) S.A.Graham & Gandhi

Source:
ipni

Year:
2013

Citation Micro:
Harvard Pap. Bot. 18: 78 (2013)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001329711



Common Names

  • Ammannia
  • Mossambicensis
  • Ammannia Mossambicensis


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Description

Ammannia mossambicensis (also called the Mossambicensis Ammannia, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to tropical and subtropical regions of Africa and Asia. It has small, white flowers and small, oval-shaped leaves. It grows in moist, shady areas, usually near streams or ponds.

Uses & Benefits

Ammannia mossambicensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used as a ground cover and is known for its drought tolerance.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Ammannia mossambicensis is small, white and has four petals. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are thin and have a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ammannia mossambicensis is a hardy, drought-tolerant plant that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It is propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in early spring and can be sown directly into the soil. Division should be done in early spring or fall. The plant can be divided into several sections and each section can be planted in a new location.

Where to Find Ammannia mossambicensis

Ammannia mossambicensis is native to India and Sri Lanka.

Ammannia mossambicensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ammannia mossambicensis?

Ammannia mossambicensis

What is the family of Ammannia mossambicensis?

Lythraceae

What is the origin of Ammannia mossambicensis?

Tropical and subtropical regions of the world

Species in the Ammannia genus

Ammannia aegyptiaca, Ammannia alternifolia, Ammannia anagalloides, Ammannia aspera, Ammannia auriculata, Ammannia baccifera, Ammannia coccinea, Ammannia cordata, Ammannia crassicaulis, Ammannia crinipes, Ammannia debilis, Ammannia desertorum, Ammannia dodecandra, Ammannia elata, Ammannia gracilis, Ammannia latifolia, Ammannia linearipetala, Ammannia loandensis, Ammannia multiflora, Ammannia myriophylloides, Ammannia nagpurensis, Ammannia octandra, Ammannia passerinoides, Ammannia prieuriana, Ammannia prostrata, Ammannia quadriciliata, Ammannia robusta, Ammannia sarcophylla, Ammannia schaeferi, Ammannia senegalensis, Ammannia triflora, Ammannia uniflora, Ammannia urceolata, Ammannia verticillata, Ammannia wormskioldii, Ammannia calcicola, Ammannia heterophylla, Ammannia pauciramosa, Ammannia pubescens, Ammannia praetermissa, Ammannia andongensis, Ammannia angolensis, Ammannia angustifolia, Ammannia arnhemica, Ammannia aurita, Ammannia baumii, Ammannia bequaertii, Ammannia brevistyla, Ammannia burttii, Ammannia cinerea,

Species in the Lythraceae family

Adenaria floribunda, Ammannia aegyptiaca, Ammannia alternifolia, Ammannia anagalloides, Ammannia aspera, Ammannia auriculata, Ammannia baccifera, Ammannia coccinea, Ammannia cordata, Ammannia crassicaulis, Ammannia crinipes, Ammannia debilis, Ammannia desertorum, Ammannia dodecandra, Ammannia elata, Ammannia gracilis, Ammannia latifolia, Ammannia linearipetala, Ammannia loandensis, Ammannia multiflora, Ammannia myriophylloides, Ammannia nagpurensis, Ammannia octandra, Ammannia passerinoides, Ammannia prieuriana, Ammannia prostrata, Ammannia quadriciliata, Ammannia robusta, Ammannia sarcophylla, Ammannia schaeferi, Ammannia senegalensis, Ammannia triflora, Ammannia uniflora, Ammannia urceolata, Ammannia verticillata, Ammannia wormskioldii, Ammannia calcicola, Ammannia heterophylla, Ammannia pauciramosa, Ammannia pubescens, Ammannia praetermissa, Ammannia andongensis, Ammannia angolensis, Ammannia angustifolia, Ammannia arnhemica, Ammannia aurita, Ammannia baumii, Ammannia bequaertii, Ammannia brevistyla, Ammannia burttii,

References

Shirley Ann Tousch Graham (b.1935): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.A.Graham' in the authors string.
Kanchi N. Gandhi (b.1948): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gandhi' in the authors string.
Abílio Fernandes (1906-1994): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Fern.' in the authors string.
Manuel (de) Assunção Diniz: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Diniz' in the authors string.