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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.