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Alternanthera brasiliana
A spreading perennial herb with purple foliage. It is a popular ornamental. From (sub)tropical Central and South America, it is considered an invasive in places. It has some possible medicinal properties. Previously known as Alternanthera dentata.
Growing as an ornamental in a semi-urban yard/ & garden in the equatorial tropics of northern New Guinea.
Spotted on May 26, 2012
Submitted on Aug 5, 2012
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