Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
arborea
ID:
746567

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Mill.) M.R.Almeida

Source:
cmp

Year:
2003

Citation Micro:
Fl. Maharashtra 4A: 6 (2003)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000745900



Common Names

  • Aphelandra Arborea
  • Arboreal Aphelandra
  • Aphelandra Arborea


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Description

Aphelandra arborea (also called Tree Aphelandra, among many other common names) is a large, evergreen shrub native to South America. It has a dense, upright habit and is covered in large, glossy green leaves. It is found in a variety of habitats, from tropical rainforests to dry woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Aphelandra arborea is used as an ornamental plant, as it has attractive yellow flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Aphelandra arborea has yellow, star-shaped flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves with serrated edges.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Aphelandra arborea can be propagated from stem cuttings. Cuttings should be taken from the tips of the stems and planted in a well-draining potting mix. Keep the cuttings moist until they have rooted.

Where to Find Aphelandra arborea

Aphelandra arborea can be found in tropical America, from Mexico to Brazil.

Aphelandra arborea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Aphelandra arborea?

Aphelandra arborea

What is the common name of Aphelandra arborea?

Tree Aphelandra

What is the natural habitat of Aphelandra arborea?

Tropical rainforests

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

Philip Miller (1691-1771): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mill.' in the authors string.
Marselin Rusario Almeida (1939-2017): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.R.Almeida' in the authors string.
Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.