Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
thelotrix
ID:
1265329

Status:
valid

Authors:
Leonard

Source:
tro

Year:
1958

Citation Micro:
Contr. U.S. Natl. Herb. 31: 746 (1958)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001264667



Common Names

  • Pseuderanthemum thelotrix
  • Thelotrix Pseuderanthemum
  • Thelotrix


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Description

Pseuderanthemum thelotrix (also called Thelotrix False Eranthemum, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to South America. It has white flowers and grows in dry, rocky areas. It is found in disturbed areas, roadsides, and gardens.

Uses & Benefits

Pseuderanthemum thelotrix is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases, fever, and headaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Pseuderanthemum thelotrix are small, white, and bell-shaped. The seeds are small, brown, and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and slender.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pseuderanthemum thelotrix is an evergreen shrub that is easy to grow from seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Sow the seeds in spring and keep the soil moist until the plants are established. Propagation can also be done by cuttings.

Where to Find Pseuderanthemum thelotrix

Pseuderanthemum thelotrix is native to Mexico and can be found in the dry deciduous forests of the country.

Pseuderanthemum thelotrix FAQ

What are the common names of Pseuderanthemum thelotrix?

Pseuderanthemum thelotrix is commonly known as the false ruellia.

Where does Pseuderanthemum thelotrix grow?

Pseuderanthemum thelotrix is native to tropical Africa and Madagascar.

What is the growth habit of Pseuderanthemum thelotrix?

Pseuderanthemum thelotrix is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 3 feet tall and wide.

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,

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