Genus epithet 'Alternanthera' is a combination of 'alternans' (Latin for alternating) and 'anthera' (Greek for anthers), alluding to how alternate anthers of plants from this genus are sterile. I had it in my yard in a container but it was to hot and had to be watered twice a day. Loves humidity. Species epithet 'brasiliana' refers to the Brazilian origin of the species form. Alain. Alternanthera dentata): Climbing and Ground Cover Plants: Queensland South West: Purple Joyweed (Alternanthera brasiliana Syn. Always popular fast-growing spreading groundcover and landscape plant, much loved for its bold dark burgundy foliage like a fine wine. Common Name: Little Ruby Size at maturity: 30cm x 90cm We grow these in 140mm pots. Purple joyweed (Alternanthera brasiliana) is becoming widely naturalised in the coastal districts of northern and eastern Australia. General information about Alternanthera brasiliana (ALRBR) Mexico, Central America, South America (northern). Plant in full sun to part shade in a frost free position, in moist, well drained soil. Alternanthera dentata (Moench) Stuchlik ex R.E. Alternanthera moquinii grandiceps Suess. Species on this page ( A = names approved by most authorities, s = approved as synonyms) : Alternanthera achyrantha (L.) R. Br. Displays white flowers in Spring. Brazillian Red Hots is a cultivar with bright red-pink variegated leaves. Identifying characteristics: Bright red/orange to purple foliage. It is approximately a third the size of common Alternanthera dentata. Alternanthera dentata 'Brazillian Red Hots' Common Name(s): Joseph's Coat; Phonetic Spelling al-ter-NANTH-ur-uh den-TAY-tuh Description. A compact, mounding, small shrub with a spreading habit and stunning deep burgundy foliage with a glowing ruby red reverse side. Gomphrena brasiliana L. Gomphrena brasiliensis (L.) Lam. Gomphrena brasiliensis Jacq. It has stunning deep burgundy foliage that makes it a stand out plant. Plants of the genus may be known generally as joyweeds, or Joseph's … Plug crop time: 5 to 6 weeks Transplant to finish: 6 to 7 weeks. Alternanthera dentata 'Little Ruby' is a compact form growing to only to 40cm in height and spreading to almost a metre. You can search by selecting any combination of search terms listed within each selection box. Alternanthera straminea (Mart.) The Atlas of Florida Plants provides a source of information for the distribution of plants within the state and taxonomic information. Description. Gomphrena patula J.C.Wendl. Common Names. Millsp. Accessed: 08-Apr-12. Common name: Joseph’s coat, Calico plant. Fr. Family: Amaranthaceae. It is a third the size of common Alternanthera dentata. Zone: Tropical 10-11 - grown as an annual. An excellent choice for a groundcover, as a garden border, or in containers. Also naturalised in the coastal districts of central and southern Queensland and in the Kimberley region in northern Western Australia. Clips to a tidy low hedge, thrives in humidity. Alternanthera jacquini Standl. Amaranthaceae. Alternanthera dentata "Purple Knight," commonly known as Joseph's coat, joy weed or calico weed, is a â ¦ Alternanthera 'Snow Queen' can grow to 6"-12" tall. Culture and use notes: Use in containers or as colored foliage in an annual or mixed bed. Scientific Name : Alternanthera dentata. ; Species plants have elliptic to broad ovate green leaves (to 1” long). Alternanthera dentata 'Little Ruby' PBR. Alternanthera ficoidea is a low-growing plant that typically grows on erect to procumbent stems to 6-12” tall. villosa Moq. Alternanthera is a genus of flowering plants in the family Amaranthaceae.It is a widespread genus with most species occurring in the tropical Americas, and others in Asia, Africa, and Australia. Seldom flowers unless grown as a houseplant or in a greenhouse. Alternanthera dentata 'Little Ruby' Little Ruby Alternanthera. var. Alternanthera Ficoidea 'Snowball' SKU: MYBG-FOLI-ALFS. Alternanthera amoena (Lem.) Alternanthera dentata (Moench) Stuchlik ex R.E. Accessed: 08-Apr-12. Dark cream pompom flowers appear when allowed to grow unclipped. Full Grower Info . It grows from 1.5 to 2.5 feet tall and loves heat and humidity. Gomphrena brasiliensis L. Gomphrena dentata Moench. Common name: Akabasenichikou (Akaba Sennichiku), Scientific name: Alternanthera dentata cv. Alternanthera straminea (Mart.) Little Ruby is a great mounding ground cover with a compact spreading habit. Stunning when used in contrast with lime-gold foliage plants. Sunnyfield Greenhouse offers new 2020 varieties. 'Rubiginosa' Alternanthera dentata (Moench) Stuchlik ex R.E. Prefers full sun to partly shaded well drained positions. Alternanthera dentata (Moench) Stuchlik ex R.E. Plant Habit : Upright. Alternanthera dentata is a tropical perennial plant, grown for its colourful purple-burgundy foliage. It is relatively common in northern Queensland and the northern parts of the Northern Territory. In stock. A photographic library of images from Hornsby Herbarium. Alternanthera dentata): Climbing … Scientific name: Alternanthera sessilis: Previous name used in the website: Synonyms: Family name: AMARANTHACEAE: English name: Sessile joyweed: Local name: Cultivar name was registered in 2007, as a patented hybrid of Alternanthera brasiliana. Alternanthera jacquinii (Schrad.) Alternanthera dentata (brasiliana), Alternanthera ficoidea. Disclaimer: ITIS taxonomy is based on the latest scientific consensus available, and is provided as a general reference source for interested parties. Back to Landscape. Availability may change due to crop failures, cancellations, and sell-outs. Gomphrena brasiliana L. Achyranthes brasiliana (L.) Standl. Plant in average moist potting soil with good drainage. Plant availability at Sunnyfield changes throughout the season. Feed using a complete fertiliser. $3.70. Alternanthera dentata : Source: NODC Taxonomic Code, database (version 8.0) Acquired: 1996 : Notes: Reference for: Alternanthera dentata ... Common Name: Scientific Name : TSN: In: Kingdom Go to Advanced Search and Report . Family. Common Name (Botanical Name)Category Region; Purple Joyweed (Alternanthera brasiliana Syn. 'Rubra’ Gomphrena brasiliana L. Gomphrena dentata Moench Telanthera brasiliana (L.) Moq. -> Alternanthera pungens Kunth Alternanthera achyranthes Forssk. It is native from Mexico to Argentina. How to Cut Back & Care for the Alternanthera Plant. Alternanthera brasiliana in the Germplasm Resources Information Network (GRIN), U.S. Department of Agriculture Agricultural Research Service. In NC it is used as a houseplant. For more multimedia, look at Alternanthera brasiliana on Wikimedia Commons . Alternanthera Little Ruby is the perfect mounding ground cover with a compact, spreading habit. Great as a border or groundcover aswell as pots and containers. Sorting Alternanthera names. Fr. Suess. Fr. Spacing : 18 - 36" (46 - 91cm) Height : 18 - 36" (46 - 91cm) Width : 24 - 36" (61 - 91cm) Exposure : Partial Sun. The website also provides access to a database and images of herbarium specimens found at the University of South Florida and other herbaria. Easy Care. vibrant foliage colour is best achieved when grown in full sun. Common Name : Alternanthera. Fr. Grower Information : Seed supplied as: Raw. -> Alternanthera philoxeroides Forssk. HK 牛頭角下邨 Lower Ngau Tau Kok Estate plant Alternanthera dentata 紅龍莧 Red Ruby Nov-2015 DSC.JPG 2,592 × 1,944; 2.55 MB HK 牛頭角下邨 Lower Ngau Tau Kok Estate view Municipal Services Building name sign Nov-2015 DSC.JPG 2,592 × 1,944; 3.01 MB Alternanthera dentata Back in stock: Now. It has a sprawling habit, in warmer climates grow as a perennial in colder climates grow as annual planting after the last frost. 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