Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
bracteolatum
ID:
385914

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Jacq.) Kuntze

Source:
cmp

Year:
1891

Citation Micro:
Revis. Gen. Pl. 2: 494 (1891)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000385246



Common Names

  • Bracteolate Firespike
  • Bracteolate Odontonema
  • Bracteolate Firespike Bush


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Description

Odontonema bracteolatum (also called bracteolate odontonema, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to Central and South America. It has a woody stem and grows in a variety of habitats, including open woodlands, grasslands, and rocky slopes.

Uses & Benefits

Odontonema bracteolatum is an attractive ornamental plant used in gardens and landscapes. It has attractive, dark green foliage and produces small, yellow flowers in the summer. It is also used as a border plant and for erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Odontonema bracteolatum is a small, white-green spikelet with a single floret. The seed is a small, dark brown nutlet. The seedlings are slender, with long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Odontonema bracteolatum is a perennial herbaceous plant native to tropical and subtropical regions. It is easy to cultivate and propagate from seeds. Sow the seeds in a well-drained soil in a sunny spot. Water regularly and keep the soil moist. The plant can also be propagated by division in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Odontonema bracteolatum

Odontonema bracteolatum can be found in the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.

Odontonema bracteolatum FAQ

What is the ideal light requirement for Odontonema bracteolatum?

Odontonema bracteolatum prefers bright, indirect light.

What is the ideal soil type for Odontonema bracteolatum?

Odontonema bracteolatum prefers a well-draining, nutrient-rich soil.

What is the ideal temperature for Odontonema bracteolatum?

Odontonema bracteolatum prefers temperatures between 65-80 degrees Fahrenheit.

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

Otto Kuntze (1843-1907): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kuntze' in the authors string.
Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.