Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
humbertii
ID:
660060

Status:
valid

Authors:
Vollesen

Source:
cmp

Year:
1989

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 44: 679 (1989)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000659392

Common Names

  • Humbert's Ecbolium
  • Humbert Ecbolium
  • Humbertii Ecbolium

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Description

Ecbolium humbertii (also called Humbert's Ecbolium, among many other common names) is a small, annual herb that grows up to 20 cm tall. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Ecbolium humbertii is a medicinal plant used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments, such as fever, inflammation, and rheumatism. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscaping.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Ecbolium humbertii is white or pink in colour, and has 5 petals. The seed is a small, black, shiny, round seed. The seedlings are small, with oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ecbolium hirsutum can be propagated by seed or division of the rootstock. The seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix in a sunny location. Water regularly during the growing season and fertilize every two weeks. The flowers will bloom in late spring or early summer.

Where to Find Ecbolium humbertii

Ecbolium humbertii is native to India and is found in the Himalayan region, as well as in Nepal, Bhutan, and Bangladesh.

Ecbolium humbertii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ecbolium humbertii?

Ecbolium humbertii

What is the common name of Ecbolium humbertii?

Humbert's Ecbolium

What is the natural habitat of Ecbolium humbertii?

It is native to western and central Africa

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

Kaj Børge Vollesen (b.1946): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Vollesen' in the authors string.
Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.