Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
blanchetiana
ID:
540691

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Nees) Hook.f.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1891

Citation Micro:
Bot. Mag. 117: t. 7179 (1891)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000540023



Common Names

  • Aphelandra blanchetiana
  • Blanchetiana Aphelandra
  • Blanchetiana Plant


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Description

Aphelandra blanchetiana (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 blanchetiana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used medicinally to treat respiratory ailments, headaches, and fever.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Aphelandra blanchetiana is yellow and tubular with a white throat. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Aphelandra blanchetiana is a tropical evergreen shrub that grows up to 4 feet in height. It prefers partial shade and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by cuttings or division. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and rooted in a moist medium. Division should be done in spring or early summer.

Where to Find Aphelandra blanchetiana

Aphelandra blanchetiana is native to the tropical forests of Central and South America.

Aphelandra blanchetiana FAQ

What is the common name of Aphelandra blanchetiana?

Blanchet's Aphelandra

What is the native range of Aphelandra blanchetiana?

Brazil

What type of soil is best for Aphelandra blanchetiana?

Well-draining, acidic soil

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

Joseph Dalton Hooker (1817-1911): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hook.f.' in the authors string.
Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.