Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
macrostachys
ID:
671216

Status:
valid

Authors:
(T.Anderson) N.P.Balakr.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1970

Citation Micro:
J. Bombay Nat. Hist. Soc. 67: 63 (1970)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000670548



Common Names

  • Eranthemum Macrostachys
  • Large-Spiked Eranthemum
  • Large-Spiked Waxflower


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Description

Eranthemum macrostachys (also called large-spike eranthemum, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant with ovate-lanceolate leaves and white flowers. It is native to India and is found in open forests and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Eranthemum macrostachys is a popular ornamental plant, used in gardens and parks for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments such as fever, colds, and headaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Eranthemum macrostachys is white in colour, with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedling is a small, green, oval-shaped seedling with two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Eranthemum macrostachys can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a well-drained soil mix. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and rooted in a well-drained soil mix. The plant prefers full sun and moderate water.

Where to Find Eranthemum macrostachys

Eranthemum macrostachys is native to India and can be found in the Western Ghats and the Eastern Himalayas.

Eranthemum macrostachys FAQ

What is the scientific name of Eranthemum macrostachys?

Eranthemum macrostachys

What is the common name of Eranthemum macrostachys?

Eranthemum

Where is Eranthemum macrostachys native to?

India

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

Thomas Anderson (1832-1870): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'T.Anderson' in the authors string.
Nambiyath Puthansurayil Balakrishnan (b.1935): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'N.P.Balakr.' in the authors string.
Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.