Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
magnobracteolatus
ID:
1306098

Status:
valid

Authors:
Indriunas & Kameyama

Source:
Flora do Brasil 2020 (JBRJ)

Year:
2012

Citation Micro:
Syst. Bot. 37: 1011 (2012)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001318552



Common Names

  • Herpetacanthus magnobracteolatus
  • Magnobracteolatus Herpetacanthus
  • Herpetacanthus Magnobracteolatus


Searching for Herpetacanthus magnobracteolatus? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Description

Herpetacanthus magnobracteolatus (also called Magnobracteolatus Herpetacanthus, among many other common names) is a small, succulent plant native to South America. It has thick, fleshy leaves and produces small, yellow flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Herpetacanthus magnobracteolatus is used as an ornamental plant, for its attractive foliage. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments, such as fever, malaria, and stomach problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Herpetacanthus magnobracteolatus has small, white flowers with yellow throats. The seeds are small, black and oblong, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.

Searching for Herpetacanthus magnobracteolatus? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Cultivation and Propagation

Herpetacanthus magnobracteolatus is a small, evergreen, perennial herb that is native to the Atlantic Forest biome of Brazil. It is best grown in a moist, well-drained soil in a partially shaded position. Propagation is by division or by seed.

Where to Find Herpetacanthus magnobracteolatus

Herpetacanthus magnobracteolatus is found in the Atlantic rainforest of Brazil.

Herpetacanthus magnobracteolatus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Herpetacanthus magnobracteolatus?

Herpetacanthus magnobracteolatus

What type of plant is Herpetacanthus magnobracteolatus?

Herpetacanthus magnobracteolatus is a species of flowering plant in the family Acanthaceae.

Where is Herpetacanthus magnobracteolatus found?

Herpetacanthus magnobracteolatus is found in Brazil.

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

Cíntia Kameyama (b.1965): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kameyama' in the authors string.
Alexandre Indriunas: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Indriunas' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77127589-1: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.