Alternanthera filifolia
Also known as: Alternanthera filifolia var. typica J.T.Howell
- Alternanthera filifolia var. typica J.T.Howell
Botanical Data
- Taxonomic Rank: Species
- Botanical Family: Amaranthaceae
- WCVP Morphological Data: Recorded natively as a shrub.
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Originating in South America, Alternanthera filifolia is a shrub belonging to the Amaranthaceae family. Within its native range, this species is primarily associated with seasonally dry tropical conditions. There are naturally occurring subspecies of this species, which are linked below.
Macro Climate
Tropical
Plant Type
Shrub
Native Range
Continents (WGSRPD)
SOUTHERN AMERICA
Regions (WGSRPD)
Western South America
Botanical Countries (WGSRPD L3)
Galápagos
Subspecies, Varieties & Forms