Status:
valid
Authors:
Lindau
Source:
cmp
Year:
1913
Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 49: 402 (1913)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000356565
Common Names
- Kosmosiphon azureus
- Azureus Kosmosiphon
- Kosmosiphon Vine
Description
Kosmosiphon azureus (also called Kosmosiphon azureus, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant, native to tropical and subtropical regions of the world. It has long, thin, and flexible leaves, and grows in wetland habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Kosmosiphon azureus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. Its attractive foliage and small, blue flowers make it a popular choice for borders, containers, and rock gardens.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Kosmosiphon azureus has small, blue flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.
Cultivation and Propagation
Kosmosiphon azureus can be propagated by division of the rhizomes or by seed. Cultivation is best done in moist, well-drained soils in full sun or partial shade.
Where to Find Kosmosiphon azureus
Kosmosiphon azureus is native to the Caribbean, from Cuba and the Bahamas south to Trinidad and Tobago.
Kosmosiphon azureus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Kosmosiphon azureus?
Kosmosiphon azureus
What is the common name of Kosmosiphon azureus?
Azure Kosmosiphon
Where is Kosmosiphon azureus native to?
Southeast Asia
Species in the Kosmosiphon genus
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,