Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
anomalum
ID:
624222

Status:
valid

Authors:
B.L.Burtt & R.M.Sm.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1966

Citation Micro:
Notes Roy. Bot. Gard. Edinburgh 26: 369 (1966)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000623554



Common Names

  • Cosmianthemum Anomalum
  • Anomalum Plant
  • Anomalum's Plant


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Description

Cosmianthemum anomalum (also called Anomalous Cosmianthemum, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub with a height of up to 3 m. It is native to Mexico and is found in desert scrub and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Cosmianthemum anomalum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and its leaves are used for making traditional medicines.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The Cosmianthemum anomalum flower is a small, yellow, bell-shaped flower that blooms in early spring. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cosmianthemum anomalum is a slow-growing, evergreen shrub. It is best grown in partial shade and in well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings.

Where to Find Cosmianthemum anomalum

Cosmianthemum anomalum is native to tropical Asia, from India to Indonesia.

Cosmianthemum anomalum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cosmianthemum anomalum?

Cosmianthemum anomalum

What is the common name of Cosmianthemum anomalum?

Anomalous Cosmianthemum

What type of plant is Cosmianthemum anomalum?

It is a type of shrub

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

B. L. Burtt (1913-2008): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.L.Burtt' in the authors string.
Rosemary Margaret Smith (1933-2004): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.M.Sm.' in the authors string.
Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.