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Magnoliopsida
Alternanthera brasiliana (L.) Kuntze
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Synonym:
Gomphrena brasiliana Linnaeus, Cent. Pl. II, 13. 1756
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Habitat:
Sandy, wet, disturbed sites; 0-10m.
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Depth range based on 2 specimens in 1 taxon.
Environmental ranges
Depth range (m): 0.5 - 0.5
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Flowering/Fruiting:
Flowering spring.
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National NatureServe Conservation Status:
United States
Rounded National Status Rank: NNA - Not Applicable
NatureServe Conservation Status:
Rounded Global Status Rank: GNR - Not Yet Ranked
Leaf: Leaf juice squeezed into vinegar for a refreshing, antidiarrhoeic infusion.
Common Names:
FG Creole: Marie-Claire, radie di vin, radie Marie-Claire, zerb vin.
Synonyms:
Alternanthera dentata (Moench) Scheygrond
Description:
Shrubby perennial. Stems,branches and leaves deep purple. Inflorescences axillary and terminal, creamy-white.
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