Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
potamophilum
ID:
1219747

Status:
valid

Authors:
Leonard

Source:
tro

Year:
1953

Citation Micro:
Contr. U.S. Natl. Herb. 31: 308 (1953)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001219085



Common Names

  • Potamophilum Pseuderanthemum
  • Pseuderanthemum potamophilum
  • River-Loving Flower


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Description

Pseuderanthemum potamophilum (also called the river-loving pseuderanthemum, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to Colombia. It has small, white flowers and is often used as an ornamental plant. It grows best in moist, well-drained soils in full sun to partial shade. It is often found in woodlands, meadows, and along streams.

Uses & Benefits

Pseuderanthemum potamophilum is an evergreen shrub that is often used as a hedge or border plant. It has fragrant white flowers in winter and is also used as a ground cover in shady areas. It is a low maintenance plant and is drought tolerant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Pseuderanthemum potamophilum are small and white with a yellow center. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and dark green.

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Where to Find Pseuderanthemum potamophilum

Pseuderanthemum potamophilum can be found in the wild in tropical regions of Central and South America.

Pseuderanthemum potamophilum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pseuderanthemum potamophilum?

Pseuderanthemum potamophilum

What is the common name of Pseuderanthemum potamophilum?

River-loving Pseuderanthemum

What is the natural habitat of Pseuderanthemum potamophilum?

It is found in the Mexican state of Oaxaca, growing in moist, shady places in forests

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

Emery Clarence Leonard (1892-1968): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Leonard' in the authors string.
Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.