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Washerwoman (Alternanthera caracasana)

Washerwoman (Alternanthera caracasana) is a low-growing, spreading plant found in disturbed areas and lawns, known for its small, white flower clusters.

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Sunlight

Prefers full sun to partial shade.

Watering

Keep soil consistently moist.

Soil

Tolerant of a wide range of soil types, but prefers well-draining, moist soil. Adaptable to various conditions.

Temperature

Thrives in warm temperatures.

Habitat

Outdoor

Fertilizer

Feed during the growing season.

Care Requirements

Light

Prefers full sun to partial shade.

Tolerates a range of light conditions.

Water

Keep soil consistently moist.

Water more frequently in hot weather.

Soil

Tolerant of a wide range of soil types, but prefers well-draining, moist soil. Adaptable to various conditions.

Temperature

Thrives in warm temperatures.

Ideal range 18-25°C.

Habitat

Outdoor

Fertilizer

Feed during the growing season.

Use a balanced liquid fertilizer every 4-6 weeks.

Plant Overview

Plant Type

Creeper

Plant Category

Foliage

Plant Place Type

Groundcover, Ground

Plant Environment

Outdoor

Lifespan

Annuals

Plant Height

0.1-0.3 m

Spread

0.5-1 m

Growth Rate

Fast

Dormancy

None

Leaf Color

Green

Leaf Type

Opposite, ovate to elliptic

Flower Size

0.5 cm

Weed Status

Yes

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Synonyms
Achyranthes peploides (Humb. & Bonpl. ex Schult.) Britton
Alternanthera macrorhiza Hauman
Alternanthera parvifolia (Moq.) Fawc. & Rendle
Alternanthera peploides (Humb. & Bonpl. ex Schult.) Urb.
Alternanthera villiflora Scheele
Celosia humifusa Willd. ex Schult.
Illecebrum peploides Humb. & Bonpl. ex Schult.
Telanthera caracasana (Kunth) Moq.
Taxonomy
  • kingdomPlantae
  • divisionTracheophyta
  • classMagnoliopsida
  • orderCaryophyllales
  • familyAmaranthaceae
  • genusAlternanthera
  • speciesAlternanthera caracasana
Toxicity

Toxic for humans

No

Rating: 0/5

Toxic for pets

No

Rating: 0/5

Edible

No

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