Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
batanganus
ID:
394140

Status:
valid

Authors:
(J.Braun & K.Schum.) Lindau

Source:
cmp

Year:
1900

Citation Micro:
Westafr. Kautschuk-Exped. : 315 (1900)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000393472



Common Names

  • Batangan Physacanthus
  • Batangan False Foxglove
  • False Foxglove


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Description

Physacanthus batanganus (also called 'Batangan Physacanthus' and 'Batangan Physacanth', among many other common names) is a small shrub with hairy leaves and yellow flowers. It is native to India, Sri Lanka, and the Andaman Islands. It grows in dry deciduous forests, scrublands, and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Physacanthus batanganus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of fuel wood.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Physacanthus batanganus has yellow flowers with 4-5 petals. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Physacanthus batanganus is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 4 m tall. It is propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from the current season's growth and should be treated with a rooting hormone before planting. The cuttings should be planted in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist.

Where to Find Physacanthus batanganus

Physacanthus batanganus is native to India and Sri Lanka and can be found in tropical and subtropical climates.

Physacanthus batanganus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Physacanthus batanganus?

Physacanthus batanganus

What type of plant is Physacanthus batanganus?

It is a shrub

Where is Physacanthus batanganus native to?

It is native to India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar

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

Karl Moritz Schumann (1851-1904): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'K.Schum.' in the authors string.
Gustav Lindau (1866-1923): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lindau' in the authors string.
Johannes Braun (1859-1893): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.Braun' in the authors string.
Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.