Herpetacanthus neesianus - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
neesianus
ID:
1306108
Status:
valid
Authors:
Indriunas & Kameyama
Source:
Flora do Brasil 2020 (JBRJ)
Year:
2012
Citation Micro:
Syst. Bot. 37: 1014 (2012)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001318562
Common Names
- Herpetacanthus neesianus
- Neesianus Herpetacanthus
- Herpetacanthus Neesianus
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Herpetacanthus neesianus (also called Neesianus 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 neesianus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments such as fever, headache, and stomachache.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Herpetacanthus neesianus is small and yellow, with a white center. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are small and light green.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Herpetacanthus neesianus is a terrestrial orchid native to South America. It prefers a well-draining soil mix and should be kept moist but not wet. It prefers partial shade and temperatures between 65-85°F. Propagation is done by division of the rhizomes.
Where to Find Herpetacanthus neesianus
Herpetacanthus neesianus is found in the Atlantic rainforest of Brazil.
Herpetacanthus neesianus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Herpetacanthus neesianus?
Herpetacanthus neesianus
What type of plant is Herpetacanthus neesianus?
Herpetacanthus neesianus is a species of flowering plant in the family Acanthaceae.
Where is Herpetacanthus neesianus found?
Herpetacanthus neesianus is found in Brazil.
Species in the Herpetacanthus genus
Herpetacanthus acuminatus, Herpetacanthus macahensis, Herpetacanthus panamensis, Herpetacanthus tetrandrus, Herpetacanthus macrophyllus, Herpetacanthus melancholicus, Herpetacanthus rubiginosus, Herpetacanthus stenophyllus, Herpetacanthus rotundatus, Herpetacanthus longipetiolatus, Herpetacanthus magnobracteolatus, Herpetacanthus neesianus, Herpetacanthus parvispica, Herpetacanthus pauciflorus, Herpetacanthus strongyloides, Herpetacanthus angustatus, Herpetacanthus chalarostachyus, Herpetacanthus delicatus, Herpetacanthus napoensis, Herpetacanthus acaulis, Herpetacanthus longiflorus,
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:77127590-1: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.