Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
souiensis
ID:
1045631

Status:
valid

Authors:
Scott Elliot

Source:
tro

Year:
1891

Citation Micro:
J. Linn. Soc., Bot. 29: 38 (1891)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001044969



Common Names

  • Camarotea souiensis
  • Soui Camarotea
  • Soui Camarotea


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Description

Camarotea souiensis (also called 'Soui's Camarotea', among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South America. It has long, narrow, lanceolate leaves with a white, lace-like pattern. It produces small white flowers in the summer, and is found in wet and marshy areas.

Uses & Benefits

Camarotea souiensis is a popular houseplant due to its colorful foliage and easy care requirements. It can be used as a border plant in gardens and can be used to create a colorful backdrop for other plants. It can also be used to add color to a balcony or patio.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Camarotea souiensis has white flowers with a yellow center and a purple throat. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings have narrow, lance-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Camarotea souiensis is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or cuttings. It prefers partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It can be grown in containers or in the garden.

Where to Find Camarotea souiensis

Camarotea souiensis is native to the tropical regions of South America, including Brazil, Peru, and Bolivia.

Species in the Camarotea genus

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

George Francis Scott-Elliot (1862-1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Scott Elliot' in the authors string.
Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.