Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
albert-smithii
ID:
540664

Status:
valid

Authors:
Leonard

Source:
cmp

Year:
1953

Citation Micro:
Contr. U.S. Natl. Herb. 31: 232 (1953)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000539996



Common Names

  • Albert-Smithii Aphelandra
  • Albert-Smithii Aphelandr
  • Albert-Smithii Aphelandre


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Description

Aphelandra albert-smithii (also called Zebra Plant, among many other common names) is an evergreen perennial shrub native to Brazil. It grows to a height of 1-2 feet and has long, narrow, pointed leaves with white stripes. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests, and prefers moist, well-drained soils.

Uses & Benefits

Aphelandra albert-smithii is used as an ornamental plant and in traditional medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Aphelandra albert-smithii is a bright yellow with a white throat. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, with oval-shaped leaves and bright yellow flowers.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Aphelandra albert-smithii is a tropical perennial that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers rich, moist, well-drained soils in full sun to part shade. It can tolerate a wide range of soil types, but prefers sandy soils. It is drought tolerant once established.

Where to Find Aphelandra albert-smithii

Aphelandra albert-smithii is native to Brazil.

Aphelandra albert-smithii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Aphelandra albert-smithii?

Aphelandra albert-smithii

What is the common name of Aphelandra albert-smithii?

Albert-smithii

What type of plant is Aphelandra albert-smithii?

Herbaceous perennial

Species in the Aphelandra genus

Aphelandra encarnacionii, Aphelandra gigantea, Aphelandra longiflora, Aphelandra schottiana, Aphelandra acanthifolia, Aphelandra acanthus, Aphelandra acrensis, Aphelandra albert-smithii, Aphelandra albinotata, Aphelandra alexandri, Aphelandra amelata, Aphelandra anderssonii, Aphelandra antioquiensis, Aphelandra arisema, Aphelandra aristei, Aphelandra arnoldii, Aphelandra attenuata, Aphelandra aurantiaca, Aphelandra azuayensis, Aphelandra bahiensis, Aphelandra barkleyi, Aphelandra benoistii, Aphelandra blanchetiana, Aphelandra blandii, Aphelandra botanodes, Aphelandra boyacensis, Aphelandra bradeana, Aphelandra campanensis, Aphelandra campii, Aphelandra caput-medusae, Aphelandra castanifolia, Aphelandra chamissoniana, Aphelandra chaponensis, Aphelandra chrysantha, Aphelandra cinnabarina, Aphelandra cirsioides, Aphelandra claussenii, Aphelandra colombiensis, Aphelandra colorata, Aphelandra conformis, Aphelandra crenata, Aphelandra crispata, Aphelandra cuatrecasasii, Aphelandra cuscoensis, Aphelandra darienensis, Aphelandra dasyantha, Aphelandra decorata, Aphelandra diachyla, Aphelandra dielsii, Aphelandra diffusa,

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

Emery Clarence Leonard (1892-1968): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Leonard' in the authors string.
Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.