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monarch redstem

Scientific Name: Ammannia baccifera

Family: Lythraceae

Category: Dicot

Growth: Forb/herb

Duration: Annual, Perennial

Other Names:

       

Monarch Redstem (Ammannia baccifera)

Ammannia baccifera, commonly known as monarch redstem or blistering ammannia, is a fascinating plant with a variety of common names and a wide distribution.

Considerations for Pets

  • This plant is also known as "blistering ammannia" and "acrid weed".

Considerations for Children

  • This plant is also known as "blistering ammannia" and "acrid weed".

Taxonomy and Nomenclature

  • Scientific Name: Ammannia baccifera
  • Family: Lythraceae (Loosestrife family)
  • Taxonomic Rank: Species
  • Synonyms: Based on the provided text:
    • Ammannia indica Lam
    • Ammannia retusa Koehne

Common Names

  • Monarch Redstem
  • Blistering Ammannia
  • Acrid Weed
  • Tooth Cup
  • Italian: Ammania vescicosa

Distribution and Habitat

  • Widespread in tropical regions.
  • Found in marshy lands.

Morphological Characteristics

  • Habit: Forb/herb (a non-woody plant that is not a grass)
  • Lifespan: Annual/Perennial

Other Notable Information

  • The plant is also known as Agnigarbha, brahmasoma, kshetrabhusha, kshetravashini in Medicinal plants

Resources and Further Information

  • Discover Life provides information about the biology, natural history, ecology, identification, and distribution of Ammannia baccifera.