Poikilacanthus pansamalanus - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
pansamalanus
ID:
1045599
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Donn.Sm.) D.N.Gibson
Source:
tro
Year:
1972
Citation Micro:
Fieldiana, Bot. 34(6): 75 (1972)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001044937
Common Names
- Poikilacanthus pansamalanus
- Pansamalan Poikilacanthus
- Pansamalan Poikilacanthus Plant
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Poikilacanthus pansamalanus (also called Poikilacanthus pansamalanus, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to the tropical forests of East Africa. It has glossy, dark green leaves and produces small, white flowers. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and grows best in partial shade.
Uses & Benefits
Poikilacanthus pansamalanus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Poikilacanthus pansamalanus has white flowers with a yellow center and a long, thin seed capsule that contains numerous small seeds. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Poikilacanthus pansamalanus is a fast-growing, evergreen perennial shrub. It is easy to propagate from stem cuttings and can be grown in a variety of soils. It prefers a sunny location and regular watering. It is also tolerant of light frost.
Where to Find Poikilacanthus pansamalanus
Poikilacanthus pansamalanus is native to Mexico and Central America. It can be found in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as in disturbed areas. It is a small shrub that grows up to 1.5 meters tall.
Species in the Poikilacanthus genus
Poikilacanthus bahiensis, Poikilacanthus novogalicianus, Poikilacanthus moritzianus, Poikilacanthus macranthus, Poikilacanthus humilis, Poikilacanthus glandulosus, Poikilacanthus skutchii, Poikilacanthus capitatus, Poikilacanthus pansamalanus, Poikilacanthus harlingii, Poikilacanthus tweedieanus, Poikilacanthus pochutlensis, Poikilacanthus foliosepalus,
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
John Donnell Smith (1829-1928): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Donn.Sm.' in the authors string.
Dorothy N. Gibson (b.1921): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.N.Gibson' in the authors string.
Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.