Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
nematosiphon
ID:
394165

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Lindau) Rendle & Britten

Source:
cmp

Year:
1909

Citation Micro:
J. Bot. 47: 378 (1909)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000393497



Common Names

  • Nematosiphon Physacanthus
  • Worm-like Physacanthus
  • Worm-like Angel's Trumpet


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Description

Physacanthus nematosiphon (also called Thread-siphon physacanthus, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Acanthaceae. It is native to Africa. It is an evergreen shrub, growing in rocky and sandy soils.

Uses & Benefits

Physacanthus nematosiphon is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, colds, and headaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Physacanthus nematosiphon is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, with a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Physacanthus nematosiphon is an evergreen shrub that can be propagated from cuttings. The cuttings should be taken from the current season’s growth and planted in a well-drained soil mix. Keep the soil moist and provide bright, indirect light. The cuttings should root within a few weeks.

Where to Find Physacanthus nematosiphon

Physacanthus nematosiphon is native to South Africa and can be found in the Eastern Cape and KwaZulu-Natal provinces.

Physacanthus nematosiphon FAQ

What is the scientific name of Physacanthus nematosiphon?

Physacanthus nematosiphon

What is the common name of Physacanthus nematosiphon?

Nematosiphon Speedwell

What is the natural habitat of Physacanthus nematosiphon?

Grasslands, meadows, and disturbed areas

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

Alfred Barton Rendle (1865-1938): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rendle' in the authors string.
James Britten (1846-1924): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Britten' in the authors string.
Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.