Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
robinsoni
ID:
1551381

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Benoist) Bongch. & I.Darbysh.

Source:
rhakhis

Year:
2019

Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 391(4): 260. 2019

WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000031425



Common Names

  • Clinacanthus Robinsoni
  • Robinson's Clinacanthus
  • Robinson's Prickly-Apple


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Description

Clinacanthus robinsoni (also called Robinson's Clinacanthus, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Acanthaceae family. It is native to Madagascar. It grows in dry deciduous forests, in rocky areas and in savannas.

Uses & Benefits

Clinacanthus robinsoni is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used to make a tea that is said to have medicinal properties, such as being a diuretic and helping with digestion.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Clinacanthus robinsoni has small, white flowers with four petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Clinacanthus robinsoni is an evergreen shrub that grows best in full sun to partial shade. It is tolerant of a wide range of soils, but prefers well-drained, sandy soils. Propagation is by cuttings or seeds.

Where to Find Clinacanthus robinsoni

Clinacanthus robinsoni can be found in the tropical and subtropical regions of Southeast Asia, including Malaysia, Indonesia, and Thailand.

Clinacanthus robinsoni FAQ

What is the scientific name of Clinacanthus robinsoni?

Clinacanthus robinsoni

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Robinsoni Lichen

What type of lichen is Clinacanthus robinsoni?

Foliose lichen

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

Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.