Status:
valid
Authors:
Lindau
Source:
Year:
1894
Citation Micro:
Beibl. Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 48: 5 (1894)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-1200029969
Common Names
- Velvet Pseuderanthemum
- Fuzzy Velvet Plant
- Velvet Leaf Plant
Description
Pseuderanthemum velutinum (also called Velvet Pseuderanthemum, among many other common names) is a perennial plant native to tropical Africa. It has long, narrow leaves and blooms with purple flowers. It is found in moist grasslands and woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Pseuderanthemum velutinum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, cold, cough, and other respiratory ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Pseuderanthemum velutinum has small, pink flowers with yellow throats and black anthers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small, with oval leaves and long, thin stems.
Cultivation and Propagation
Pseuderanthemum velutinum is a fast-growing, evergreen, perennial shrub. It is best grown in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagate by seed or cuttings.
Where to Find Pseuderanthemum velutinum
Pseuderanthemum velutinum is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, Asia, and the Pacific Islands. It can be found in moist, shady habitats, such as along streams and in forests.
Pseuderanthemum velutinum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Pseuderanthemum velutinum?
Pseuderanthemum velutinum
What is the common name of Pseuderanthemum velutinum?
Velvet Pseuderanthemum
What is the natural habitat of Pseuderanthemum velutinum?
Pseuderanthemum velutinum is native to tropical Africa
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,