Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
harpochiloides
ID:
534510

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Griseb.) Lindau

Source:
cmp

Year:
1900

Citation Micro:
Symb. Antill. 2: 226 (1900)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000533842



Common Names

  • Harpochiloides Ancistranthus
  • Ancistranthus
  • Harpochiloides


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Description

Ancistranthus harpochiloides (also called Harpochilus, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to tropical regions of Africa and Asia. It grows to a height of up to 2 m and has white flowers. It prefers humid, shady habitats and can be found in rainforests and moist forests.

Uses & Benefits

Ancistranthus harpochiloides is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat skin diseases, wounds, and other ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Ancistranthus harpochiloides has small, white flowers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ancistranthus harpochiloides is a perennial plant that is best grown in full sun or partial shade. It prefers a well-drained soil and can be propagated by seed or division in the spring. It can also be propagated by cuttings taken in the summer.

Where to Find Ancistranthus harpochiloides

Ancistranthus harpochiloides can be found in tropical rainforests in Africa, Asia, and Australia.

Ancistranthus harpochiloides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ancistranthus harpochiloides?

Ancistranthus harpochiloides

What is the common name of Ancistranthus harpochiloides?

Harpochilus

What is the family of Ancistranthus harpochiloides?

Asteraceae

Species in the Ancistranthus genus

Species in the Acanthaceae family

Acanthopale macrocarpa, Acanthopale confertiflora, Acanthopale decempedalis, Acanthopale laxiflora, Acanthopale madagascariensis, Acanthopale pubescens, Acanthopale aethiogermanica, Acanthopale breviceps, Acanthopale cuneifolia, Acanthopale ramiflora, Acanthopale perrieri, Acanthopale humblotii, Acanthopsis carduifolia, Acanthopsis disperma, Acanthopsis glauca, Acanthopsis hoffmannseggiana, Acanthopsis horrida, Acanthopsis scullyi, Acanthopsis spathularis, Acanthopsis disperma, Acanthopsis tuba, Acanthopsis ludoviciana, Acanthopsis adamanticola, Acanthopsis dispermoides, Acanthopsis erosa, Acanthopsis dregeana, Acanthopsis tetragona, Acanthopsis glandulopalmata, Acanthopsis insueta, Acanthopsis nitida, Acanthopsis pagodiformis, Acanthopsis glabra, Acanthopsis villosa, Acanthus austromontanus, Acanthus greuterianus, Acanthus kulalensis, Acanthus arboreus, Acanthus carduaceus, Acanthus caroli-alexandri, Acanthus caudatus, Acanthus dioscoridis, Acanthus ebracteatus, Acanthus eminens, Acanthus flexicaulis, Acanthus gaed, Acanthus guineensis, Acanthus hirsutus, Acanthus hungaricus, Acanthus ilicifolius, Acanthus latisepalus,

References

Gustav Lindau (1866-1923): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lindau' in the authors string.
Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.