Eranthemum capense - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
capense
ID:
671136
Status:
valid
Authors:
L.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1753
Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl. : 9 (1753)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000670468
Common Names
- Capense Eranthemum
- Eranthemum Capense
- Cape Eranthemum
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Eranthemum capense (also called Cape Eranthemum, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South Africa. It has ovate to lanceolate leaves and white or pink flowers. It typically grows in grasslands and woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Eranthemum capense is a popular ornamental plant, often grown indoors. It is known for its large, showy blooms and its ability to tolerate low light levels. It can also be used as a ground cover in shady areas.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Eranthemum capense has small, white flowers with four petals and yellow stamens. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings have long, narrow leaves and a single stem.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Eranthemum capense is a perennial herb that grows in full sun to partial shade. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and can tolerate drought. Propagation is by seed, cuttings or division.
Where to Find Eranthemum capense
Eranthemum capense is found in South Africa.
Eranthemum capense FAQ
What is the scientific name of Eranthemum capense?
Eranthemum capense
What is the common name of Eranthemum capense?
Capense eranthemum
What is the natural habitat of Eranthemum capense?
Eranthemum capense is native to tropical and subtropical regions of India, Myanmar, and Thailand.
Species in the Eranthemum genus
Eranthemum austrosinense, Eranthemum burmanicum, Eranthemum capense, Eranthemum ciliatum, Eranthemum erythrochilum, Eranthemum griffithii, Eranthemum macrophyllum, Eranthemum macrostachys, Eranthemum obovatum, Eranthemum pulchellum, Eranthemum purpurascens, Eranthemum roseum, Eranthemum splendens, Eranthemum strictum, Eranthemum suffruticosum, Eranthemum sumatranum, Eranthemum tetragonum, Eranthemum tubiflorum, Eranthemum viscidum, Eranthemum wardii, Eranthemum wattii, Eranthemum pubescens,
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
Carl Linnaeus (1707-1778): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.' in the authors string.
Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.