Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
lowei
ID:
393875

Status:
valid

Authors:
(S.Moore) Bremek. & Nann.-Bremek.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1948

Citation Micro:
Verh. Kon. Ned. Akad. Wetensch., Afd. Natuurk., Sect. 2 , 45(1): 25 (1948)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000393207



Common Names

  • Pararuellia Lowei
  • Lowei Pararuellia
  • Lowei Ruellia


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Description

Pararuellia lowei (also called 'Lowe's Pararuellia', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Acanthaceae. It is native to India, Nepal, and Bhutan. It is a small shrub with lanceolate leaves and white flowers. It typically grows in moist forests and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Pararuellia lowei is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant in landscaping. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Pararuellia lowei are small, white and bell-shaped. The seeds are small and black in color. The seedlings are small and green in color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pararuellia lowei is a tropical plant that is best grown in a warm, humid environment. It prefers partial shade and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by stem cuttings or division of the root system.

Where to Find Pararuellia lowei

Pararuellia lowei is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas, from Mexico to Argentina and Brazil.

Pararuellia lowei FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pararuellia lowei?

Pararuellia lowei

What are the common names of Pararuellia lowei?

Lowe's Ruellia

What is the native range of Pararuellia lowei?

Mexico

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

Spencer Le Marchant Moore (1850-1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.Moore' in the authors string.
Cornelis Eliza Bertus Bremekamp (1888-1984): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bremek.' in the authors string.
Neeltje Elizabeth Nannenga-Bremekamp (1916-1996): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Nann.-Bremek.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:52833-1: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.