Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
obtusifolia
ID:
540898

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Nees) Wassh.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1975

Citation Micro:
Smithsonian Contr. Bot. 18: 53 (1975)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000540230



Common Names

  • Aphelandra Obtusifolia
  • Blunt-Leaved Aphelandra
  • Blunt-Leaved Zebra Plant


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Description

Aphelandra obtusifolia (also called Obtusifolia Aphelandra, among many other common names) is a perennial plant native to Central and South America. It has a tall stem and its leaves are large and ovate. It grows in tropical forests and is often found in shady areas.

Uses & Benefits

Aphelandra obtusifolia is a popular houseplant and is often used for its beautiful foliage and colorful flowers. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Aphelandra obtusifolia has yellow-orange flowers with a red throat. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and dark green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Aphelandra obtusifolia is a tropical evergreen shrub native to Central and South America. It can be propagated by stem cuttings or by division of the root ball. It prefers a warm, humid environment and should be grown in partial shade. It requires regular watering and should be fertilized every few weeks during the growing season.

Where to Find Aphelandra obtusifolia

Aphelandra obtusifolia is native to the tropical forests of Mexico and Central America.

Aphelandra obtusifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Aphelandra obtusifolia?

Aphelandra obtusifolia

What type of plant is Aphelandra obtusifolia?

Tropical perennial

What is the optimal growing environment for Aphelandra obtusifolia?

Warm, humid environment with bright indirect light

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

Christian Gottfried Daniel Nees von Esenbeck (1776-1858): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Nees' in the authors string.
Dieter Carl Wasshausen (b.1938): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wassh.' in the authors string.
Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.