Miltianthus portulacoides - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Zygophyllales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
portulacoides
ID:
452392
Status:
valid
Authors:
Bunge
Source:
ksu
Year:
1847
Citation Micro:
Arbeiten Naturf. Vereins Riga 1: 197 (1847)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000451724
Common Names
- Miltianthus portulacoides
- Portulacoides Miltianthus
- Portulacoides
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Miltianthus portulacoides (also called 'Portulaca-Leaved Miltianthus', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant native to South America. It has long, thin, and wiry stems, and small, white flowers with a yellow center. It grows in dry, open habitats, usually in rocky areas.
Uses & Benefits
Miltianthus portulacoides is a popular ornamental plant and is used in gardens for its attractive foliage.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Miltianthus portulacoides has small yellow flowers with four petals. Its seeds are small, black and round. Its seedlings are small and green.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Miltianthus portulacoides is a slow-growing perennial that prefers a well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. Propagation is by division or by seed, which should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil. The seedlings should be kept moist and in a warm, sunny location.
Where to Find Miltianthus portulacoides
Miltianthus portulacoides can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of the world, including Central and South America, Africa, and parts of Asia.
Miltianthus portulacoides FAQ
What is the scientific name of Miltianthus portulacoides?
Miltianthus portulacoides
What is the common name of Miltianthus portulacoides?
Miltianthus
What is the family of Miltianthus portulacoides?
Cucurbitaceae
Species in the Miltianthus genus
Species in the Zygophyllaceae family
Balanites aegyptiaca, Balanites angolensis, Balanites glabra, Balanites maughamii, Balanites pedicellaris, Balanites rotundifolia, Balanites roxburghii, Balanites triflora, Balanites wilsoniana, Balanites aegyptiacus, Balanites wilsonianus, Bulnesia chilensis, Bulnesia foliosa, Bulnesia retamo, Bulnesia rivas-martinezii, Bulnesia schichendanzii, Bulnesia schickendantzii, Guaiacum coulteri, Guaiacum officinale, Guaiacum palmeri, Guaiacum sanctum, Guaiacum unijugum, Guaiacum nellii, Kallstroemia pubescens, Kallstroemia maxima, Kallstroemia californica, Kallstroemia grandiflora, Kallstroemia hirsutissima, Kallstroemia parviflora, Kallstroemia perennans, Kallstroemia adscendens, Kallstroemia tucumanensis, Kallstroemia tribuloides, Kallstroemia incana, Kallstroemia rosei, Kallstroemia boliviana, Kallstroemia pennellii, Kallstroemia peninsularis, Kallstroemia standleyi, Kallstroemia mexicana, Kallstroemia curta, Kallstroemia hintonii, Kelleronia gillettiae, Kelleronia splendens, Kelleronia revoilii, Larrea simulans, Larrea ameghinoi, Larrea divaricata, Larrea cuneifolia, Larrea nitida,
References
Alexander Bunge (1803-1890): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bunge' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:873325-1: Based on the initial data import