Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
riograndensis
ID:
303348

Status:
valid

Authors:
Dutra

Source:
wcs

Year:
1959

Citation Micro:
Sellowia 10: 137. 1959

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000302680

Common Names

  • Sanderella riograndensis
  • Riograndensis Sanderella
  • Riograndensis Sanderela

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Synonyms

  • Sanderella leopoldinensis Dutra in Pabst [unknown]

Description

Sanderella riograndensis (also called Rio Grande Sanderella, among many other common names) is a shrub native to South America. It has white flowers and grows in moist, shady areas.

Uses & Benefits

Sanderella riograndensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. The leaves can be used as fodder for livestock and the wood is used for fuel. The plant has medicinal properties and is used to treat fever, headaches, and stomach ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Sanderella riograndensis is a small, white flower with five petals. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Sanderella riograndensis is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. It should be watered regularly and fertilized with a balanced fertilizer every few weeks during the growing season.

Where to Find Sanderella riograndensis

Sanderella riograndensis is native to Brazil.

Sanderella riograndensis FAQ

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Asteraceae

What is the common name of Sanderella riograndensis?

Rio Grande pineappleweed

Species in the Sanderella genus

Species in the Orchidaceae family

Aa fiebrigii, Aa hartwegii, Aa hieronymi, Aa leucantha, Aa lorentzii, Aa macra, Aa achalensis, Aa maderoi, Aa mandonii, Aa matthewsii, Aa microtidis, Aa paleacea, Aa argyrolepis, Aa riobambae, Aa rosei, Aa schickendanzii, Aa sphaeroglossa, Aa trilobulata, Aa weddelliana, Aa aurantiaca, Aa calceata, Aa colombiana, Aa denticulata, Aa erosa, Aa figueroi, Aa lozanoi, Aa lehmannii, Acampe carinata, Acampe cephalotes, Acampe ochracea, Acampe pachyglossa, Acampe praemorsa, Acampe joiceyana, Acampe hulae, Acanthophippium bicolor, Acanthophippium chrysoglossum, Acanthophippium curtisii, Acanthophippium eburneum, Acanthophippium gougahense, Acanthophippium javanicum, Acanthophippium lilacinum, Acanthophippium mantinianum, Acanthophippium parviflorum, Acanthophippium pictum, Acanthophippium splendidum, Acanthophippium striatum, Acanthophippium sylhetense, Acanthophippium curtisii, Achlydosa glandulosa, Acianthera aculeata,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-184213: Based on the initial data import
João Dutra (1862-1939): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Dutra' in the authors string.