Herpetacanthus panamensis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
panamensis
ID:
721513
Status:
valid
Authors:
Leonard
Source:
cmp
Year:
1942
Citation Micro:
J. Washington Acad. Sci. 32: 185 (1942)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000720846
Common Names
- Panama Herpetacanthus
- Panama Snakeweed
- Herpetacanthus Panamensis
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Herpetacanthus panamensis (also called 'Panamanian Herpetacanthus', among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to Central America. It grows in a variety of habitats, including grasslands, disturbed areas, and roadsides.
Uses & Benefits
Herpetacanthus panamensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover in landscaping. It is also used to attract butterflies and bees to the garden.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Herpetacanthus panamensis has small white flowers with a yellow center. The seed is small and round with a dark brown color. The seedlings are small and thin with a single stem and two small leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Herpetacanthus panamensis is a terrestrial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers moist, well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade and can tolerate a wide range of temperatures. It can be grown in containers or in the ground.
Where to Find Herpetacanthus panamensis
Herpetacanthus panamensis is found in the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.
Herpetacanthus panamensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Herpetacanthus panamensis?
Herpetacanthus panamensis
What type of plant is Herpetacanthus panamensis?
Herb
What is the natural habitat of Herpetacanthus panamensis?
Grasslands and open woodlands
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
Emery Clarence Leonard (1892-1968): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Leonard' in the authors string.
Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.