Anisotes comorensis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
comorensis
ID:
1327680
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Lindau) T.F.Daniel
Source:
ipni
Year:
2014
Citation Micro:
Candollea 69: 50 (2014)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001340134
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Anisotes comorensis (also called Comoros Anisotes, among many other common names) is a small shrub with bright green, oval-shaped leaves and small, white flowers. It is native to the Comoros Islands in the Indian Ocean and grows in dry, sunny areas, such as coastal dunes and rocky hillsides.
Uses & Benefits
Anisotes comorensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Anisotes comorensis has small, white flowers and small, dark brown seeds. The seedlings are small, thin and have a single, thin leaf.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Anisotes comorensis is a tropical shrub native to the Comoros Islands. It is a fast-growing shrub that can reach up to 6 feet in height. It can be propagated from cuttings or by seed. Cuttings should be taken from the tips of the branches and planted in a well-draining potting mix. Seeds should be sown in a warm, moist environment and kept in a bright, sunny location. Once established, Anisotes comorensis requires regular watering and fertilizing.
Where to Find Anisotes comorensis
Anisotes comorensis can be found in Comoros.
Anisotes comorensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Anisotes comorensis?
Anisotes comorensis
What type of plant is Anisotes comorensis?
Tree
Where is Anisotes comorensis found?
Comoros
Species in the Anisotes genus
Anisotes divaricatus, Anisotes bracteatus, Anisotes diversifolius, Anisotes dumosus, Anisotes guineensis, Anisotes involucratus, Anisotes macrophyllus, Anisotes madagascariensis, Anisotes nyassae, Anisotes parvifolius, Anisotes pubinervius, Anisotes rogersii, Anisotes sessiliflorus, Anisotes tangensis, Anisotes trisulcus, Anisotes ukambensis, Anisotes umbrosus, Anisotes zenkeri, Anisotes spectabilis, Anisotes galanae, Anisotes hygroscopicus, Anisotes perplexus, Anisotes subcoriaceus, Anisotes venosus, Anisotes tablensis, Anisotes comorensis, Anisotes mayottensis, Anisotes longistrobus, Anisotes pulchellus, Anisotes tanensis,
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
Thomas Franklin Daniel (b.1954): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'T.F.Daniel' in the authors string.
Gustav Lindau (1866-1923): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lindau' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77141128-1: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.