Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
pelagicum
ID:
393970

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Seem.) P.S.Green

Source:
ksu

Year:
1993

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 48: 308 (1993)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000393302



Common Names

  • False Daisy Plant
  • False Daisy Bush
  • False Daisy Flower


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Description

Pseuderanthemum pelagicum (also called Pelagic Pseuderanthemum, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to tropical regions of Africa and Asia. It is characterized by its ovate leaves, which are glossy and dark green, and its small white flowers. It is found in tropical rainforests, woodlands, and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Pseuderanthemum pelagicum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments such as fever, inflammation, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Pseuderanthemum pelagicum has small, white or yellowish flowers that are borne in dense, axillary clusters. The seeds are small, brown, and oblong. The seedlings have lanceolate leaves and a long, thin stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pseuderanthemum pelagicum is a tropical plant that can be propagated through division or stem cuttings. It prefers full sun and moist, well-draining soil. It is best grown in a sheltered location and can tolerate some shade. It is drought tolerant and can withstand temperatures down to 0°C (32°F). It can be propagated by dividing the rhizomes in spring or by taking stem cuttings in summer.

Where to Find Pseuderanthemum pelagicum

Pseuderanthemum pelagicum is found in the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.

Pseuderanthemum pelagicum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pseuderanthemum pelagicum?

Pseuderanthemum pelagicum

What is the family of Pseuderanthemum pelagicum?

Acanthaceae

Where is Pseuderanthemum pelagicum native to?

India

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

Berthold Carl Seemann (1825-1871): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Seem.' in the authors string.
Peter Shaw Green (1920-2009): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.S.Green' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:972574-1: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.