Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
spirei
ID:
612565

Status:
valid

Authors:
Benoist

Source:
cmp

Year:
1936

Citation Micro:
Notul. Syst. (Paris) 5: 131, latine. 1936

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000611897



Common Names

  • Clinacanthus spirei
  • Spire's Clinacanthus
  • Spirei Clinacanthus


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Description

Clinacanthus spirei (also called Spire's 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 spirei 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 spirei 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.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Clinacanthus spirei 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 spirei

Clinacanthus spirei can be found in Southeast Asia.

Clinacanthus spirei FAQ

What is the scientific name of Clinacanthus spirei?

Clinacanthus spirei

What is the natural habitat of Clinacanthus spirei?

Tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests

What is the flowering season of Clinacanthus spirei?

Spring and summer

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

Raymond Benoist (1881-1970): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benoist' in the authors string.
Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.