Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
violacea
ID:
1045931

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Vahl) Vollesen

Source:
tro

Year:
1989

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 44: 608 (1989)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001045269



Common Names

  • Megalochlamys violacea
  • Violacea Megalochlamys
  • Violet Megalochlamys


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Description

Megalochlamys violacea (also called Violet 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 violacea 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.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Megalochlamys violacea 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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Cultivation and Propagation

Megalochlamys violacea 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 violacea

Megalochlamys violacea is found in the tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas, from Mexico to Argentina.

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

Martin Vahl (1749-1804): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Vahl' 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.