Jiang guo xian (Deeringia amaranthoides, Interpr. Herb. Amboin.: 211 (1917))

Family: Amaranthaceae

Author: (Lam.) Merr.

Bibliography: Interpr. Herb. Amboin.: 211 (1917)

Year: 1917

Status: accepted

Rank: species

Genus: Deeringia

Vegetable: False

Observations: Trop. & Subtrop. Asia to W. Pacific

Description

Jiang guo xian, scientifically known as Deeringia amaranthoides, is a remarkable plant belonging to the Amaranthaceae family. It was meticulously documented in the significant work “Interpretatio Herbarii Amboinensis” in 1917 by the renowned botanist Merrill, based on earlier classifications by Lam.

This plant is indigenous to a diverse geographical range, encompassing tropical and subtropical regions of Asia and extending to the Western Pacific. This broad distribution indicates its adaptability to a variety of climates and ecosystems within these regions.

The ecological presence of Deeringia amaranthoides is noteworthy due to its resilience and ability to thrive in different environmental conditions. The plant typically exhibits characteristics associated with the Amaranthaceae family, known for their hearty and versatile nature.

Jiang guo xian is invaluable not only for its ecological role but also for its cultural significance in the regions where it naturally occurs. As a member of the Amaranthaceae family, it shares certain traits with other plants in this group, which are often recognized for their nutritional and medicinal properties. This aspect opens avenues for further research into its potential benefits and uses.

Understanding the distribution and characteristics of Deeringia amaranthoides adds to the broader knowledge of plant biodiversity in the tropical and subtropical zones of Asia and the Western Pacific, highlighting the interconnectedness of these regions through their native flora.

In conclusion, Jiang guo xian is a distinctive species with a widespread natural habitat, contributing to the flora’s diversity in its native regions. Its documentation and classification have been thoroughly established in botanical literature, providing a solid foundation for ongoing and future botanical studies.

Common Names

En: Jiang guo xian
Zh: Jiang guo xian, 漿果莧, 紐藤
Zh-tw: 漿果莧

Synonyms

• Mallotus neocavaleriei (H.Lév.)
• Coilosperma cordata (Raf.)
• Cladostachys amaranthoides ((Lam.) K.C.Kuan)
• Celosia amaranthoides ((Lam.) Medik.)
• Gomphrena amaranthoides ((Lam.) Roth)
• Cladostachys frutescens (D.Don)
• Celosia baccata (Retz.)
• Achyranthes amaranthoides (Lam.)
• Phytolacca gracilis (Herb. ex Moq.)
• Deeringia virgata (Zipp. ex Span.)
• Deeringia baccata ((Retz.) Moq.)
• Deeringia celosioides (R.Br.)

Distribution

• Assam (native)
• Bangladesh (native)
• China South-Central (native)
• China Southeast (native)
• Christmas I. (native)
• East Himalaya (native)
• Fiji (native)
• Hainan (native)
• India (native)
• Jawa (native)
• Laos (native)
• Lesser Sunda Is. (native)
• Malaya (native)
• Marianas (native)
• Myanmar (native)
• Nepal (native)
• New Guinea (native)
• New South Wales (native)
• Philippines (native)
• Queensland (native)
• Solomon Is. (native)
• Sulawesi (native)
• Sumatera (native)
• Taiwan (native)
• Thailand (native)
• Tibet (native)
• Tonga (native)
• Vietnam (native)
• West Himalaya (native)
• Western Australia (native)

Additional Images

Flower

Taken Nov 13, 2022 by earthly delights (cc-by-sa)

Habit

Taken Nov 22, 2004 by Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh – Anthony G. Miller (cc-by-nc)

Taken Nov 22, 2004 by Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh – Anthony G. Miller (cc-by-nc)

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© copyright of the Board of Trustees of the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew.

© copyright of the Board of Trustees of the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew.

Sources

• WFO (No URL)
• IPNI (No URL)
• POWO (http://powo.science.kew.org/taxon/urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:60226-1)
• GBIF (https://www.gbif.org/species/3675567)
• PlantNet (https://identify.plantnet.org/species/the-plant-list/Deeringia amaranthoides (Lam.) Merr.)

Specifications

Growth