Status:
valid
Authors:
C.B.Clarke
Source:
ksu
Year:
1908
Citation Micro:
J. Asiat. Soc. Bengal, Pt. 2, Nat. Hist. 74: 669 (1908)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000393099
Common Names
- Minor Phialacanthus
- Minor's Phialacanthus
- Minor Phialacanthus
Description
Phialacanthus minor (also called small phialacanthus, among many other common names) is an annual herb with small white flowers and long, narrow leaves. It is native to India and is found in grasslands and disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Phialacanthus minor is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used medicinally for treating various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Phialacanthus minor is a white, star-shaped flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, thin, and have a light green color.
Cultivation and Propagation
Phialacanthus minor is a succulent that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun. It can be grown in containers or in the ground and should be watered sparingly. The plant can be pruned to encourage new growth and should be fertilized every few months.
Where to Find Phialacanthus minor
Phialacanthus minor is native to the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.
Phialacanthus minor FAQ
What is the scientific name of Phialacanthus minor?
Phialacanthus minor
What is the common name of Phialacanthus minor?
Minor Tree Fern
What is the natural habitat of Phialacanthus minor?
Tropical rainforests of Central and South America
Species in the Phialacanthus genus
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,