Copperleaf, Joseph's Coat, Joyweeds

This another genus where there is some disagreement as to the number of species to include. Various estimates range from 80 up to 200 species of Alternanthera. Many of these plants are native to the tropical areas of South America, Asia, Africa and Australia.


Alternanthera brasiliana Ruby Leaf
A. ficoidea Copperleaf
   
   

 

 
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