Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
sessilifolium
ID:
709287

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.C.Sm.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1952

Citation Micro:
J. Arnold Arbor. 33: 117 (1952)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000708620



Common Names

  • Sessilifolium Graptophyllum
  • Sessilifolium Graptophyllum
  • Sessilifolium Graptophyllum


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Description

Graptophyllum sessilifolium (also called Carrot Weed, among many other common names) is an evergreen, perennial herb with a single erect stem that grows up to 1.5 m tall. It is native to tropical Asia and Australia, and is found in moist, shady places such as rainforest margins, gullies and creek banks.

Uses & Benefits

Graptophyllum sessilifolium is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used medicinally for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Graptophyllum sessilifolium 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 sessilifolium 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 sessilifolium

Graptophyllum sessilifolium is native to tropical regions of Australia and can be found in rainforests and wet sclerophyll forests.

Graptophyllum sessilifolium FAQ

What is the best soil for Graptophyllum sessilifolium?

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

How much light does Graptophyllum sessilifolium need?

Graptophyllum sessilifolium needs bright, indirect light.

How often should Graptophyllum sessilifolium be watered?

Graptophyllum sessilifolium 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

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.