Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
insularum
ID:
709274

Status:
valid

Authors:
(A.Gray) A.C.Sm.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1942

Citation Micro:
Sargentia 1: 118 (1942)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000708607



Common Names

  • Insular Graptophyllum
  • Insular Graptophyllum
  • Insular Graptophyllum


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Description

Graptophyllum insularum (also called Island Graptophyllum, among many other common names) is a succulent plant, up to 1 m tall, with white flowers. It is native to Mexico, and is found in dry, rocky areas.

Uses & Benefits

Graptophyllum insularum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Graptophyllum insularum has small, white flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The flowers are borne in clusters on the ends of the stems. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with small, pointed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Graptophyllum insularum can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-drained soil and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and rooted in a well-drained soil mix. The plants should be kept in a warm, bright location with plenty of airflow.

Where to Find Graptophyllum insularum

Graptophyllum insularum is native to India and is found in the wild in the states of Assam, Meghalaya, and Tripura.

Graptophyllum insularum FAQ

What is the best soil for Graptophyllum insularum?

Graptophyllum insularum prefers well-draining soil with a slightly acidic pH.

How much light does Graptophyllum insularum need?

Graptophyllum insularum needs bright, indirect light.

How often should Graptophyllum insularum be watered?

Graptophyllum insularum should be watered when the top inch of soil is dry.

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

Asa Gray (1810-1888): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Gray' in the authors string.
Albert Charles Smith (1906-1999): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.C.Sm.' in the authors string.
Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.