Megalochlamys revoluta - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
revoluta
ID:
1045928
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Lindau) Vollesen
Source:
tro
Year:
1989
Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 44: 616 (1989)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001045266
Common Names
- Megalochlamys revoluta
- Revoluta Megalochlamys
- Twisted Megalochlamys
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Megalochlamys revoluta (also called Revolute Megalochlamys, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to tropical Africa. It grows in grassland, savanna, and woodland habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Megalochlamys revoluta is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used for its medicinal properties, including treating fever, colds, and headaches.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Megalochlamys revoluta sub. cognata (N.E.Br.) VollesenMegalochlamys revoluta sub. nyanzae Vollesen
Megalochlamys revoluta sub. revoluta
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Megalochlamys revoluta are white or yellow and have a tubular shape. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.
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Megalochlamys revoluta is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 10 feet in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by cuttings taken in late spring or early summer. The cuttings should be taken from the tips of the branches and planted in a well-draining potting mix. Keep the soil moist and provide bright, indirect light until the cuttings have rooted and established.
Where to Find Megalochlamys revoluta
Megalochlamys revoluta is native to tropical Africa and can be found in the countries of Angola, Cameroon, Congo, Gabon, and Zaire.
Species in the Megalochlamys 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,
References
Gustav Lindau (1866-1923): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lindau' in the authors string.
Kaj Børge Vollesen (b.1946): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Vollesen' in the authors string.
Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.