Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
nasutus
ID:
402268

Status:
valid

Authors:
(L.) Kurz

Source:
cmp

Year:
1870

Citation Micro:
J. Asiat. Soc. Bengal, Pt. 2, Nat. Hist. 39: 79 (1870)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000401600



Common Names

  • Nasutus Thornapple
  • Nasutus Acanthus
  • Nasutus Prickly-nut


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Description

Rhinacanthus nasutus (also called Bristly Nettle, among many other common names) is a small, perennial herbaceous plant native to India, Southeast Asia and Australia. It has a sprawling habit and grows up to 1 m tall. Its leaves are ovate to lanceolate and its flowers are white with purple veins. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and can be found in grasslands, woodlands and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Rhinacanthus nasutus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. Its leaves and stems can be used to make herbal tea, which is believed to have medicinal properties and can be used to treat colds and other ailments.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Rhinacanthus nasutus var. montanus (C.B.Clarke) N.P.Balakr.
Rhinacanthus nasutus var. nasutus

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Rhinacanthus nasutus is a small, yellowish-green, five-petaled flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, dark brown nut. The seedlings have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Rhinacanthus nasutus can be propagated by seed or stem cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Stem cuttings should be taken from healthy plants and placed in a moist soil mix. Both methods should be done in a warm, humid environment with plenty of light.

Where to Find Rhinacanthus nasutus

Rhinacanthus nasutus can be found in India, Sri Lanka, and Southeast Asia.

Rhinacanthus nasutus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Rhinacanthus nasutus?

Rhinacanthus nasutus

What is the common name of Rhinacanthus nasutus?

Nasute rhinacanthus

Where is Rhinacanthus nasutus found?

Rhinacanthus nasutus is found in the western Pacific Ocean

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

Carl Linnaeus (1707-1778): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.' in the authors string.
Wilhelm Sulpiz Kurz (1834-1878): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kurz' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:53554-1: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.