Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
griffithii
ID:
671184

Status:
valid

Authors:
(T.Anderson) Bremek. & Nann.-Bremek.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1948

Citation Micro:
Verh. Kon. Ned. Akad. Wetensch., Afd. Natuurk., Sect. 2 , 45(1): 35 (1948)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000670516



Common Names

  • Eranthemum griffithii
  • Griffithii Bluebell
  • Bluebell


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Description

Eranthemum griffithii (also called Griffith's Eranthemum, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 1 m tall. It is native to India, and is found in tropical rainforests. It prefers moist soils and can tolerate temperatures as high as 35°C.

Uses & Benefits

Eranthemum griffithii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments such as fever and cold.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Eranthemum griffithii is a white to pale blue, tubular flower with a yellow throat and five lobes. The seed is a small, black, rounded seed. The seedlings are thin and have a single cotyledon.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Eranthemum griffithii can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in well-drained soil in a sunny location. Division should be done in early spring or late fall. The clumps should be divided into smaller sections and replanted in well-drained soil.

Where to Find Eranthemum griffithii

Eranthemum griffithii can be found in India and Sri Lanka.

Eranthemum griffithii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Eranthemum griffithii?

Eranthemum griffithii

What is the natural habitat of Eranthemum griffithii?

It is found in tropical and subtropical regions of India, Sri Lanka, and Southeast Asia.

What are the uses of Eranthemum griffithii?

It is used in traditional medicine for treating fever, skin diseases, and other ailments.

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

Cornelis Eliza Bertus Bremekamp (1888-1984): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bremek.' in the authors string.
Thomas Anderson (1832-1870): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'T.Anderson' in the authors string.
Neeltje Elizabeth Nannenga-Bremekamp (1916-1996): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Nann.-Bremek.' in the authors string.
Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.