Aerva — 4 species
Botanical species in the genus Aerva recorded in the PlantPeers database.
Aerva javanica
Aerva javanica
Family: Amaranthaceae
Cultivation
A plant of drier areas in the tropics and subtropics where it is found at elevations from sea level to 1,900 metres. Requires a sunny position. Succeeds in heavy soils in the wild, though it is more commonly found in light and sandy soils.
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EdibleMedicinal
EdibleMedicinal
Aerva leucura
Aerva leucura
Family: Amaranthaceae
Cultivation
Grows best in a sunny position. Prefers a well-drained, loamy soil.
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Medicinal