Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
kilimandscharica
ID:
1265237

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


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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.

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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 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.
Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.