Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
hygroscopicus
ID:
657

Status:
valid

Authors:
T.F.Daniel, Letsara & Martín-Bravo

Source:
Catalogue of the Plants of Madagascar (Tropicos)

Year:
2013

Citation Micro:
Novon 22: 398 (2013)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001315111



Common Names

  • Anisotes hygroscopicus
  • Hygroscopic Anisotes
  • Hygroscopic Anisotes


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Description

Anisotes hygroscopicus (also called Hygroscopic Anisotes, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the tropical regions of South America. It has a woody stem and grows up to 1 meter in height. It is found in moist, shady areas, such as in the understory of tropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Anisotes hygroscopicus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used to stabilize soil and prevent erosion.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The Anisotes hygroscopicus flower is a small, white, tubular flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Anisotes hygroscopicus is a tropical plant that prefers a warm, humid environment. It can be propagated by division of the rhizomes or by seed. The seeds should be sown in a warm, moist environment and kept moist until germination occurs.

Where to Find Anisotes hygroscopicus

Anisotes hygroscopicus is native to India and can be found in the Western Ghats mountain range.

Anisotes hygroscopicus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Anisotes hygroscopicus?

Anisotes hygroscopicus

What is the common name of Anisotes hygroscopicus?

Hygroscopic Anisotes

What is the natural habitat of Anisotes hygroscopicus?

Anisotes hygroscopicus is found in tropical rainforests, moist forests, and wet savannas.

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

Rokiman Letsara: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Letsara' in the authors string.
Thomas Franklin Daniel (b.1954): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'T.F.Daniel' in the authors string.
Santiago Martín-Bravo (b.1980): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Martín-Bravo' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77137828-1: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.