Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
bahiensis
ID:
394121

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Nees) Wassh.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1993

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 48: 17 (1993)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000393453



Common Names

  • Bahia Poikilacanthus
  • Bahia False Foxglove
  • False Foxglove


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Synonyms

  • Poikilacanthus tweedianus Lindau [unknown]
  • Poikilacanthus tweedianus angustifolius (Nees) Lindau [unknown]

Description

Poikilacanthus bahiensis (also called Bahia poikilacanthus, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Acanthaceae. It is native to Brazil. It is an evergreen shrub, growing in rocky and sandy soils.

Uses & Benefits

Poikilacanthus bahiensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of fuel wood.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Poikilacanthus bahiensis is a small, yellow, 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

Poikilacanthus bahiensis is a tropical evergreen shrub that can be grown in full sun to partial shade. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and can tolerate dry conditions. Propagation is usually done by cuttings or by division of the root system.

Where to Find Poikilacanthus bahiensis

Poikilacanthus bahiensis is native to tropical regions of Africa, Asia, and the Pacific Islands.

Poikilacanthus bahiensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Poikilacanthus bahiensis?

Poikilacanthus bahiensis

What is the common name of Poikilacanthus bahiensis?

Bahian poikilacanthus

What is the native range of Poikilacanthus bahiensis?

India, Sri Lanka, and Southeast Asia

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

Christian Gottfried Daniel Nees von Esenbeck (1776-1858): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Nees' in the authors string.
Dieter Carl Wasshausen (b.1938): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wassh.' in the authors string.
Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.