Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
bracteatum
ID:
394177

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.B.Imlay

Source:
ksu

Year:
1939

Citation Micro:
Bull. Misc. Inform. Kew 1939: 133 (1939)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000393509



Common Names

  • Bracteatum Pseuderanthemum
  • Bracted Pseuderanthemum
  • Bracted Angel's Trumpet


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Description

Pseuderanthemum bracteatum (also called Bracteate pseuderanthemum, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Acanthaceae. It is native to India. It is an evergreen shrub, growing in rocky and sandy soils.

Uses & Benefits

Pseuderanthemum bracteatum 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

Pseuderanthemum bracteatum has small white flowers with four petals. The seeds are small and round, and the seedlings have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pseuderanthemum bracteatum is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 4 m tall. It is propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from the current season's growth and should be treated with a rooting hormone before planting. The cuttings should be planted in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist.

Where to Find Pseuderanthemum bracteatum

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

Pseuderanthemum bracteatum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pseuderanthemum bracteatum?

Pseuderanthemum bracteatum

What is the common name of Pseuderanthemum bracteatum?

Bracted Speedwell

What is the natural habitat of Pseuderanthemum bracteatum?

Grasslands, meadows, and disturbed areas

Species in the Pseuderanthemum genus

Pseuderanthemum diversifolium, Pseuderanthemum dispermum, Pseuderanthemum diachylum, Pseuderanthemum dawei, Pseuderanthemum cuspidatum, Pseuderanthemum ctenospermum, Pseuderanthemum curtatum, Pseuderanthemum praecox, Pseuderanthemum racemosum, Pseuderanthemum pumilum, Pseuderanthemum hylophilum, Pseuderanthemum poilanei, Pseuderanthemum pelagicum, Pseuderanthemum tonkinense, Pseuderanthemum tomentellum, Pseuderanthemum tenellum, Pseuderanthemum teijsmannii, Pseuderanthemum selangorense, Pseuderanthemum sumatrense, Pseuderanthemum subviscosum, Pseuderanthemum stenosiphon, Pseuderanthemum sorongense, Pseuderanthemum sneidernii, Pseuderanthemum siamense, Pseuderanthemum sylvestre, Pseuderanthemum parishii, Pseuderanthemum liesneri, Pseuderanthemum leptostachyum, Pseuderanthemum leptostachys, Pseuderanthemum leptanthus, Pseuderanthemum leiophyllum, Pseuderanthemum lanceum, Pseuderanthemum longifolium, Pseuderanthemum kingii, Pseuderanthemum katangense, Pseuderanthemum inclusum, Pseuderanthemum incisum, Pseuderanthemum idroboi, Pseuderanthemum lapathifolium, Pseuderanthemum micranthum, Pseuderanthemum tunicatum, Pseuderanthemum palauense, Pseuderanthemum pacificum, Pseuderanthemum muelleri-fernandi, Pseuderanthemum modestum, Pseuderanthemum lilacinum, Pseuderanthemum metallicum, Pseuderanthemum maguirei, Pseuderanthemum macrophyllum, Pseuderanthemum macgregorii,

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

Joan B. Imlay (1912-1976): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.B.Imlay' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:53206-1: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.