Status:
valid
Authors:
Bremek.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1961
Citation Micro:
Dansk Bot. Ark. 20: 79 (1961)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000611896
Common Names
- Clinacanthus siamensis
- Siamese Clinacanthus
- Siamensis Clinacanthus
Description
Clinacanthus siamensis (also called Siamese Clinacanthus, among many other common names) is an herbaceous plant native to Southeast Asia. It has a basal rosette of leaves which are lanceolate in shape and have a toothed margin. The flowers are yellow and have a short corolla tube. It grows in wet meadows, marshes, and swamps.
Uses & Benefits
Clinacanthus siamensis is an ornamental plant, used in gardens and parks for its attractive flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antispasmodic properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Clinacanthus siamensis is a small, white flower with five petals. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small, slender, and have a single stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Clinacanthus siamensis is a shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to 0°F (-18°C). It can be pruned to maintain a desired shape and size.
Where to Find Clinacanthus siamensis
Clinacanthus siamensis can be found in Southeast Asia.
Clinacanthus siamensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Clinacanthus siamensis?
Clinacanthus siamensis
What is the natural habitat of Clinacanthus siamensis?
Tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests
What is the flowering season of Clinacanthus siamensis?
Spring and summer
Species in the Clinacanthus 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,