Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
talbotii
ID:
1245369

Status:
valid

Authors:
S.Moore

Source:
tro

Year:
1913

Citation Micro:
Cat. Pl. Oban : 75 (1913)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001244707



Common Names

  • Physacanthus talbotii
  • Talbot's Physacanthus
  • Talbot's False Croton


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Description

Physacanthus talbotii (also called Talbot's Physacanthus, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub found in tropical and subtropical regions of Africa. It grows in moist, shady places and has small, white flowers with four petals and a yellow center. The leaves are lance-shaped and have a toothed margin.

Uses & Benefits

Physacanthus talbotii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes, and is also used as a groundcover in rock gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Physacanthus talbotii has small, white flowers with a yellow centre. Its seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and thin with oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Physacanthus talbotii is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or seed. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. It is a low-maintenance plant that can tolerate drought and is rarely affected by pests or diseases.

Where to Find Physacanthus talbotii

Physacanthus talbotii is native to the tropical forests of Central and South America. It can be found in Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru.

Physacanthus talbotii FAQ

What are the common names of Physacanthus talbotii?

African Daisy, African Daisy Bush

What is the growth habit of Physacanthus talbotii?

It is a small, evergreen shrub with a spreading habit.

What is the best soil type for Physacanthus talbotii?

It prefers well-drained, sandy soil with a pH of 6.5-7.5.

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,

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