Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
merelloae
ID:
1330321

Status:
valid

Authors:
T.F.Daniel & McPherson

Source:
ipni

Year:
2014

Citation Micro:
Brittonia 66: 321 (2014)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001342775



Common Names

  • Aphelandra merelloae
  • Merelloae Aphelandra
  • Merelloae


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Description

Aphelandra merelloae (also called Merello's Aphelandra, among many other common names) is an evergreen perennial shrub that is native to South America. It typically grows in wet montane forests at elevations of 2,000-3,000m. It has large, yellow flowers and long, narrow leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Aphelandra merelloae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating fever, skin diseases, and digestive problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Aphelandra merelloae has small, white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have thin, light green leaves and a single white root.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Aphelandra merelloae is a tropical evergreen shrub that can be propagated from stem cuttings. Cuttings should be taken in the spring or summer and rooted in a well-draining potting mix. The cuttings should be kept in bright, indirect light and watered regularly. Once the cuttings have rooted, they can be transplanted into larger pots and given regular fertilizer.

Where to Find Aphelandra merelloae

Aphelandra merelloae is native to South America and is found in dry, rocky habitats. It can be found in the wild in Brazil, Bolivia, Peru, and Ecuador.

Aphelandra merelloae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Aphelandra merelloae?

Aphelandra merelloae

What is the natural habitat of Aphelandra merelloae?

Tropical forests of South America

What is the flower color of Aphelandra merelloae?

Yellow

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

Gordon D. McPherson (b.1947): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'McPherson' in the authors string.
Thomas Franklin Daniel (b.1954): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'T.F.Daniel' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77147868-1: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.