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Devil's Horsewhip

Achyranthes aspera

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Plantae ›Phylum: Tracheophyta ›Class: Magnoliopsida ›Order: Caryophyllales ›Family: Amaranthaceae ›Genus: Achyranthes

About

Achyranthes aspera (common names: chaff-flower, prickly chaff flower, devil's horsewhip, Sanskrit: अपामार्ग apāmārga) is a species of plant in the family Amaranthaceae. It is distributed throughout the tropical world. It can be found in many places growing as an introduced species and a common weed. It is an invasive species in some areas, including many Pacific Islands environments.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Devil's Horsewhip?
The scientific name of Devil's Horsewhip is Achyranthes aspera.
What is the conservation status of Devil's Horsewhip?
The Devil's Horsewhip has a conservation status of Critically Endangered.
What kingdom does Devil's Horsewhip belong to?
Devil's Horsewhip belongs to the kingdom Plantae.
What phylum does Devil's Horsewhip belong to?
Devil's Horsewhip belongs to the phylum Tracheophyta.
What class does Devil's Horsewhip belong to?
Devil's Horsewhip belongs to the class Magnoliopsida.
What order does Devil's Horsewhip belong to?
Devil's Horsewhip belongs to the order Caryophyllales.
What family does Devil's Horsewhip belong to?
Devil's Horsewhip belongs to the family Amaranthaceae.
What genus does Devil's Horsewhip belong to?
Devil's Horsewhip belongs to the genus Achyranthes.