Description
Pseuderanthemum exaequatum (also called 'False Eranthemum', among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that is native to tropical regions of India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar. It has oval-shaped leaves and small, white flowers. It typically grows in open, disturbed areas, such as roadsides and fields.
Uses & Benefits
Pseuderanthemum exaequatum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headaches, and stomachaches.
Cultivation and Propagation
Pseuderanthemum exaequatum can be propagated by seed or cuttings. For seed propagation, the seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. The seedlings should be transplanted when they are large enough to handle. For cuttings, stem cuttings should be taken from mature plants and rooted in a moist soil mix. The cuttings should be kept in a warm, humid environment until they have rooted.