Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
caput-medusae
ID:
540701

Status:
valid

Authors:
Lindau

Source:
cmp

Year:
1904

Citation Micro:
Bull. Herb. Boissier , sér. 2, 4: 325 (1904)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000540033



Common Names

  • Aphelandra caput-medusae
  • Caput-medusae Aphelandra
  • Caput-medusae Plant


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Description

Aphelandra caput-medusae (also called Medusa's Head Aphelandra, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub that is native to Central and South America. It grows to a height of 0.3–0.6 m and has yellow or orange flowers. It prefers moist, shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Aphelandra caput-medusae 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

Aphelandra caput-medusae has white flowers with yellow throats and black seeds. The seedlings are small and have bright green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Aphelandra caput-medusae is a tropical perennial that grows best in partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by division of the rhizomes. It can also be propagated from seed, but this is not recommended as the seedlings are slow to establish and may not be true to type.

Where to Find Aphelandra caput-medusae

Aphelandra caput-medusae is native to the tropical forests of Central and South America.

Aphelandra caput-medusae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Aphelandra caput-medusae?

Aphelandra caput-medusae

What are the common names of Aphelandra caput-medusae?

Medusa's Head, Zebra Plant, Peacock Plant

Where is Aphelandra caput-medusae native to?

Brazil

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

Gustav Lindau (1866-1923): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lindau' in the authors string.
Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.