Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
auriculatum
ID:
1221611

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Rose) T.F.Daniel

Source:
tro

Year:
1986

Citation Micro:
Southw. Naturalist 31(2): 174 (1986):.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001220949



Common Names

  • Auriculate Odontonema
  • Odontonema Auriculatum
  • Auriculatum Odontonema


Searching for Odontonema auriculatum? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Description

Odontonema auriculatum (also called Scarlet Plume, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Acanthaceae family. It is native to Central and South America. It is a perennial herb growing to 1 m (3ft 3in) by 0.3 m (1ft). It is found in wet forests and along streams.

Uses & Benefits

Odontonema auriculatum has been used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat fever, headache, and abdominal pain. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Odontonema auriculatum has bright red flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have thin, oval-shaped leaves.

Searching for Odontonema auriculatum? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Cultivation and Propagation

Odontonema auriculatum is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Central America. It is best grown in full sun and in well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by seed, which should be sown in the spring or fall. It can also be propagated by division or cuttings.

Where to Find Odontonema auriculatum

Odontonema auriculatum can be found in the Himalayan region of India, Nepal, Bhutan, and Tibet.

Odontonema auriculatum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Odontonema auriculatum?

Odontonema auriculatum

What is the common name of Odontonema auriculatum?

Auriculate Odontonema

What is the natural habitat of Odontonema auriculatum?

Odontonema auriculatum is found in tropical forests in Central and South America

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

Thomas Franklin Daniel (b.1954): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'T.F.Daniel' in the authors string.
Joseph Nelson Rose (1862-1928): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rose' in the authors string.
Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.