Status:
valid
Authors:
Lindau
Source:
tro
Year:
1894
Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 20: 10 (1894)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001264575
Common Names
- Mimulopsis Kilimandscharica
- Kilimandscharica
- Kilimandscharica Plant
Description
Mimulopsis kilimandscharica (also called Kilimanjaro mimulopsis, among many other common names) is a species of shrub in the Acanthaceae family. It is native to Africa, specifically Ethiopia, Somalia, Kenya and Tanzania. It typically grows in dry, arid areas, such as in deserts and on rocky hillsides.
Uses & Benefits
Mimulopsis kilimandscharica is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is known to attract birds and butterflies and is drought tolerant.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Mimulopsis kilimandscharica has small, white flowers with four petals and a yellow center. The seed is a small, brown, oblong shape. The seedlings have narrow, pointed leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Mimulopsis kilimandscharica is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and partial shade. It can be grown in USDA Hardiness Zones 10-11.
Where to Find Mimulopsis kilimandscharica
Mimulopsis kilimandscharica is found in tropical and subtropical regions of India, Sri Lanka, Myanmar, Thailand, and Vietnam.
Mimulopsis kilimandscharica FAQ
What is the scientific name of Mimulopsis kilimandscharica?
Mimulopsis kilimandscharica
What are the common names of Mimulopsis kilimandscharica?
Common names of Mimulopsis kilimandscharica include Kilimanjaro mimulopsis and Kilimanjaro false-pepper.
Where is Mimulopsis kilimandscharica found?
Mimulopsis kilimandscharica is found in Tanzania and Kenya.
Species in the Mimulopsis genus
Mimulopsis madagascariensis,
Mimulopsis solmsii,
Mimulopsis arborescens,
Mimulopsis dasyphylla,
Mimulopsis lyalliana,
Mimulopsis glandulosa,
Mimulopsis speciosa,
Mimulopsis catati,
Mimulopsis angustata,
Mimulopsis hildebrandtii,
Mimulopsis excellens,
Mimulopsis kilimandscharica,
Mimulopsis alpina,
Mimulopsis runssorica,
Mimulopsis elliotii,
Mimulopsis volleseniana,
Mimulopsis macrantha,
Mimulopsis marronina,
Mimulopsis champluvierae,
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,