Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
humilis
ID:
394125

Status:
valid

Authors:
Lindau

Source:
ksu

Year:
1895

Citation Micro:
Bull. Herb. Boissier 3: 481 (1895)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000393457



Common Names

  • Humble Poikilacanthus
  • Humble False Foxglove
  • False Foxglove


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Description

Poikilacanthus humilis (also called 'Hairy-Leafed Poikilacanthus' and 'Hairy-Leaved Poikilacanthus', 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

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

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Poikilacanthus humilis 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

Poikilacanthus humilis 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 humilis

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

Poikilacanthus humilis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Poikilacanthus humilis?

Poikilacanthus humilis

What is the common name of Poikilacanthus humilis?

Humble poikilacanthus

What is the native range of Poikilacanthus humilis?

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,

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