Neuracanthus umbraticus - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
umbraticus
ID:
1242789
Status:
valid
Authors:
Bidgood & Brummitt
Source:
tro
Year:
1998
Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 53: 30 (1998)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001242127
Common Names
- Umbraticus Neuracanthus
- Neuracanthus umbraticus
- Neuracanthus
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Neuracanthus umbraticus (also called Umbrella Thorn, among many other common names) is a shrub native to tropical Africa. It has long, thin leaves and small, white flowers. It grows in dry, open areas, such as savannas and grasslands.
Uses & Benefits
Neuracanthus umbraticus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Neuracanthus umbraticus has small, white, star-shaped flowers with five petals and yellow anthers. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings have long, narrow, bright green leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Neuracanthus umbraticus is an evergreen shrub that is easily cultivated. It can be propagated by seeds or by cuttings. When propagating by seeds, the seeds should be sown in a well-draining, sterile medium and kept in a warm, humid environment until the seeds germinate. When propagating by cuttings, the cuttings should be taken from healthy branches and planted in a well-draining, sterile medium.
Where to Find Neuracanthus umbraticus
Neuracanthus umbraticus can be found in the tropical rainforests of Southeast Asia.
Neuracanthus umbraticus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Neuracanthus umbraticus?
Neuracanthus umbraticus
What type of plant is Neuracanthus umbraticus?
Neuracanthus umbraticus is a fern species.
Where is Neuracanthus umbraticus found?
Neuracanthus umbraticus is found in India, Bangladesh, and Myanmar.
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
Richard Kenneth Brummitt (1937-2013): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Brummitt' in the authors string.
Sally Bidgood (1948-2018): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bidgood' in the authors string.
Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.