Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
tubaeforme
ID:
391262

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Bertol.) Kuntze

Source:
cmp

Year:
1891

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

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000390594



Common Names

  • Odontonema tubaeforme
  • Cardinal Flower
  • Fire Spike


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Description

Odontonema tubaeforme (also called 'Tube-shaped Odontonema', among many other common names) is a perennial evergreen shrub native to the Caribbean, Central and South America. It grows in tropical and subtropical rainforests, as well as in dry forests.

Uses & Benefits

Odontonema tubaeforme is an ornamental plant used in gardens and landscaping. It is also used as a food crop and for medicinal purposes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Odontonema tubaeforme has small, white flowers with three petals and three sepals. Its seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are thin and grass-like.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Odontonema tubaeforme is a tropical shrub native to Central and South America. It is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 10 feet in height. It has glossy, dark green leaves and small, yellow flowers. It is propagated by seed or stem cuttings. It prefers partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. It is drought-tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to 25°F.

Where to Find Odontonema tubaeforme

Odontonema tubaeforme is native to tropical America, from Mexico to Bolivia.

Odontonema tubaeforme FAQ

What is the scientific name of Odontonema tubaeforme?

Odontonema tubaeforme

What is the common name of Odontonema tubaeforme?

Fire spike

What is the natural habitat of Odontonema tubaeforme?

It is native to 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

Otto Kuntze (1843-1907): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kuntze' in the authors string.
Antonio Bertoloni (1775-1869): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bertol.' in the authors string.
Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.