Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
repandum
ID:
1045674

Status:
valid

Authors:
(G.Forst.) Guillaumin

Source:
tro

Year:
1948

Citation Micro:
Ann. Mus. Colon. Marseille , sér. 6, 5-6: 49 (1948)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001045012



Common Names

  • Pseuderanthemum Repandum
  • False Eranthemum
  • False Ranthemum


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Description

Pseuderanthemum repandum (also called Spreading Pseuderanthemum, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Acanthaceae family. It is native to tropical regions of Central and South America. It typically grows in moist, shady habitats such as rainforests and cloud forests.

Uses & Benefits

Pseuderanthemum repandum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating fever, headaches, and stomach aches.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Pseuderanthemum repandum sub. tuberculatum (Hook.f.) Heine
Pseuderanthemum repandum sub. loyaltyense (Guillaumin) Heine
Pseuderanthemum repandum sub. stenopetalum Heine
Pseuderanthemum repandum sub. repandum

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Pseuderanthemum repandum has white flowers with a yellow center and a purple throat. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings have narrow, lance-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pseuderanthemum repandum is a perennial herb that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It can be propagated by cuttings or by seed. Cuttings should be taken from the current season's growth and planted in moist, well-draining soil. Seeds should be sown in a warm, moist environment and kept at a temperature of 70-80°F. Once the seedlings have germinated, they should be transplanted to individual pots and grown in a bright, humid environment.

Where to Find Pseuderanthemum repandum

Pseuderanthemum repandum is native to tropical regions of South America, including Brazil, Peru, and Bolivia.

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

André Guillaumin (1885-1974): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Guillaumin' in the authors string.
Georg Forster (1754-1794): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.Forst.' in the authors string.
Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.