Status:
valid
Authors:
(Kunth) V.M.Baum
Source:
tro
Year:
1982
Citation Micro:
Brittonia 34(4): 433. 1982
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001044985
Common Names
- Pseuderanthemum interruptum
- Interrupted Pseuderanthemum
- Interrupted Pseuderanthemum Plant
Description
Pseuderanthemum interruptum (also called 'Interrupted Pseuderanthemum', among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South America. It has long, narrow, lanceolate leaves with a white, lace-like pattern. It produces small white flowers in the summer, and is found in dry and arid areas.
Uses & Benefits
Pseuderanthemum interruptum is a popular houseplant due to its colorful foliage and easy care requirements. It can be used as a border plant in gardens and can be used to create a colorful backdrop for other plants. It can also be used to add color to a balcony or patio.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Pseuderanthemum interruptum has small, white flowers with a yellow center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have long, thin stems and small, oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Pseuderanthemum interruptum is a tropical shrub that is easy to grow and propagate. It can be propagated from cuttings or by seed. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature stems and placed in a moist, well-draining potting mix. Seeds should be sown in a moist, well-draining potting mix and kept warm and moist until germination occurs. Once the seedlings have emerged, they should be transplanted into individual pots and kept in a warm, bright location.
Where to Find Pseuderanthemum interruptum
Pseuderanthemum interruptum is native to the tropical regions of Central America, including Costa Rica and Panama.
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
Vicki M. Baum: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'V.M.Baum' in the authors string.