Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
mitrata
ID:
567362

Status:
valid

Authors:
C.B.Clarke

Source:
cmp

Year:
1901

Citation Micro:
Fl. Cap. 5: 27 (1901)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000566694



Common Names

  • Blepharis mitrata
  • Mitrate Blepharis
  • Mitrate's Blepharis


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Synonyms

  • Blepharis acaulis non Lindau [deprecated]
  • Acanthodium capense villosum Nees [unknown]

Description

Blepharis mitrata (also called 'Mitred Blepharis', among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 1.5 m in height. It is native to India and is found in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Blepharis mitrata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headaches, and stomach ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Blepharis mitrata is a small, yellow, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, long stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Blepharis mitrata is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate a wide range of soil types. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. It can be propagated by seed or division. To propagate by seed, sow the seeds in a well-drained soil mix and keep moist. To propagate by division, divide the plant in spring or autumn and replant in a suitable location.

Where to Find Blepharis mitrata

Blepharis mitrata is found in India and Sri Lanka.

Blepharis mitrata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Blepharis mitrata?

Blepharis mitrata

What is the family of Blepharis mitrata?

Acanthaceae

What is the common name of Blepharis mitrata?

Mitred Blepharis

Species in the Blepharis genus

Blepharis acanthodioides, Blepharis acuminata, Blepharis aequisepala, Blepharis affinis, Blepharis angusta, Blepharis aspera, Blepharis asteracanthus, Blepharis attenuata, Blepharis bainesii, Blepharis boranensis, Blepharis breyeri, Blepharis buchneri, Blepharis burundiensis, Blepharis calcitrapa, Blepharis capensis, Blepharis chrysotricha, Blepharis ciliaris, Blepharis crinita, Blepharis cuanzensis, Blepharis cuspidata, Blepharis decussata, Blepharis dhofarensis, Blepharis dilatata, Blepharis diplodonta, Blepharis diversispina, Blepharis drummondii, Blepharis dunensis, Blepharis duvigneaudii, Blepharis edulis, Blepharis espinosa, Blepharis exigua, Blepharis fenestralis, Blepharis ferox, Blepharis flava, Blepharis fleckii, Blepharis forgiarinii, Blepharis furcata, Blepharis gazensis, Blepharis gigantea, Blepharis glinus, Blepharis glomerans, Blepharis glumacea, Blepharis grandis, Blepharis grossa, Blepharis hildebrandtii, Blepharis hirtinervia, Blepharis huillensis, Blepharis ilicifolia, Blepharis ilicina, Blepharis inaequalis,

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

Charles Baron Clarke (1832-1906): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.B.Clarke' in the authors string.
Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.