Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
robertsii
ID:
1317271

Status:
valid

Authors:
(F.Muell.) S.A.Graham & Gandhi

Source:
ipni

Year:
2013

Citation Micro:
Harvard Pap. Bot. 18: 82 (2013)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001329725



Common Names

  • Ammannia robertsii
  • Roberts' Ammannia
  • Roberts' Ammannia Grass


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Description

Ammannia robertsii (also called Roberts' Ammannia, among many other common names) is a shrub that can reach up to 2 meters in height. It is native to the tropical regions of South America and is found in dry forests and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Ammannia robertsii 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 robertsii 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 robertsii 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 robertsii

Ammannia robertsii is native to tropical Africa and Asia.

Ammannia robertsii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ammannia robertsii?

Ammannia robertsii

Where is Ammannia robertsii found?

Ammannia robertsii is found in Ecuador.

What is the natural habitat of Ammannia robertsii?

The natural habitat of Ammannia robertsii is humid montane forests.

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

Ferdinand von Mueller (1825-1896): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.Muell.' in the authors string.
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.