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Alternanthera maritima
Alternanthera maritima (Mart.) A. St.-Hil.
Seaside Joyweed
Amaranthaceae (Amaranth Family)
Synonym(s): Achyranthes maritima
USDA Symbol: ALMA10
USDA Native Status: L48 (N)
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Plant Characteristics
Duration: PerennialHabit: Herb
Leaf Shape: Oblanceolate , Oblong , Obovate , Oval
Leaf Pubescence: Glabrous
Leaf Apex: Acute , Obtuse
Inflorescence: Axillary
Size Notes: FNA 1' - 6'
Flower: Stamens 5
Size Class: 1-3 ft.
Bloom Information
Bloom Color: White , YellowBloom Time: Jan , Feb , Mar , Apr , May , Dec
Bloom Notes: Flower is white to straw-colored.
Distribution
USA: FLNative Habitat: Sandy beaches, hammocks.
National Wetland Indicator Status
Region: | AGCP | AK | AW | CB | EMP | GP | HI | MW | NCNE | WMVE |
Status: | FACW |
Additional resources
USDA: Find Alternanthera maritima in USDA PlantsFNA: Find Alternanthera maritima in the Flora of North America (if available)
Google: Search Google for Alternanthera maritima
Metadata
Record Modified: 2010-09-02Research By: DEW