Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
keniensis
ID:
380501

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.-P.Lebrun & Stork

Source:
ksu

Year:
1985

Citation Micro:
Bull. Mus. Natl. Hist. Nat., B, Adansonia 7: 155 (1985)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000379833



Common Names

  • Neuracanthus keniensis
  • Kenyan Neuracanthus
  • Kenyan Fish-Hook Cactus


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Description

Neuracanthus keniensis (also called 'Kenyan Neuracanthus', among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to India and Sri Lanka. It grows in open forests and scrubland, and is characterized by its glossy, dark green leaves and small, white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Neuracanthus keniensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Neuracanthus keniensis are white, with a yellow center. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are slender and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Neuracanthus keniensis is a low-growing, evergreen shrub that is native to India. It is a member of the Acanthaceae family and is often used as a groundcover in gardens. It is easy to propagate from cuttings and can also be grown from seed. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. It is drought-tolerant and can tolerate some frost.

Where to Find Neuracanthus keniensis

Neuracanthus keniensis is found in East Africa, from Kenya to Tanzania.

Neuracanthus keniensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Neuracanthus keniensis?

Neuracanthus keniensis

What is the natural habitat of Neuracanthus keniensis?

Tropical rainforests

What type of soil does Neuracanthus keniensis prefer?

Well-drained, acidic soil

Species in the Neuracanthus genus

Neuracanthus cladanthacanthus, Neuracanthus ovalifolius, Neuracanthus aculeatus, Neuracanthus neesianus, Neuracanthus migiurtinus, Neuracanthus matsabdianus, Neuracanthus capitatus, Neuracanthus keniensis, Neuracanthus grandiflorus, Neuracanthus gracilior, Neuracanthus decorus, Neuracanthus lindaui, Neuracanthus niveus, Neuracanthus scaber, Neuracanthus tephrophyllus, Neuracanthus subuninervis, Neuracanthus sphaerostachys, Neuracanthus robecchii, Neuracanthus polyacanthus, Neuracanthus pictus, Neuracanthus spinosus, Neuracanthus ukambensis, Neuracanthus tetragonostachyus, Neuracanthus madagascariensis, Neuracanthus brachystachyus, Neuracanthus leandrii, Neuracanthus richardianus, Neuracanthus africanus, Neuracanthus argyrophyllus, Neuracanthus pedalis, Neuracanthus mahajangensis, Neuracanthus umbraticus,

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

Jean-Pierre Lebrun (b.1932): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.-P.Lebrun' in the authors string.
Adélaïde Louise Stork (b.1937): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Stork' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:906748-1: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.