Pseuderanthemum melanesicum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
melanesicum
ID:
1342083
Status:
valid
Authors:
Gâteblé, Ramon & Butaud
Source:
ipni
Year:
2019
Citation Micro:
PhytoKeys 128: 76. 2019
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001354537
Common Names
- Pseuderanthemum melanesicum
- Melanesian Pseuderanthemum
- Melanesian Pseuderanthemum Plant
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Pseuderanthemum melanesicum (also called Melanesian Pseuderanthemum, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Acanthaceae family. It is a small plant, reaching a height of only 10 cm. It is found in the tropical regions of Southeast Asia, growing in moist forests and shady areas.
Uses & Benefits
Pseuderanthemum melanesicum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments such as fever, headaches, and skin diseases.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Pseuderanthemum melanesicum has small, white, bell-shaped flowers that grow in clusters. The seeds are small, dark brown, and have a smooth surface. The seedlings have a single cotyledon and a pair of opposite leaves.
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Pseuderanthemum melanesicum is a shrub that is native to Australia. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun to partial shade. Propagation is best done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer and cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and should be rooted in a moist, well-drained soil.
Where to Find Pseuderanthemum melanesicum
Pseuderanthemum melanesicum can be found in the tropical forests of New Guinea.
Pseuderanthemum melanesicum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Pseuderanthemum melanesicum?
Pseuderanthemum melanesicum
What is the common name of Pseuderanthemum melanesicum?
Melanesian Pseuderanthemum
What is the natural habitat of Pseuderanthemum melanesicum?
Tropical rainforests
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
Jean-François Butaud (b.1976): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Butaud' in the authors string.
Gildas Gâteblé: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gâteblé' in the authors string.
Laurence Ramon: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ramon' in the authors string.
Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.