Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
atropurpurea
ID:
434259

Status:
valid

Authors:
E.Hossain

Source:
ksu

Year:
1972

Citation Micro:
Notes Roy. Bot. Gard. Edinburgh 31: 382 (1972)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000433591



Common Names

  • Staurogyne atropurpurea
  • Staurogyne atropurpurea
  • Staurogyne atropurpurea


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Description

Staurogyne atropurpurea (also called 'Purple Staurogyne', among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub native to Southeast Asia. It has small, oval-shaped leaves and small, purple flowers. It grows in tropical and subtropical climates in open woodlands, scrub and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Staurogyne atropurpurea is a popular aquarium plant that is used to provide a natural look to the aquarium. It is also used as a natural filter for water and helps to keep the water clean and clear. It can also be used to provide shade and shelter for fish and other aquatic creatures.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Staurogyne atropurpurea has small, purple flowers that are borne in clusters on the tips of the stems. The flowers are followed by small, round, black seeds. The seedlings are small, with small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Staurogyne atropurpurea is a small, evergreen aquatic plant native to Southeast Asia. It can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers a warm, humid environment and should be grown in a nutrient-rich substrate. It is best to keep the water temperature between 20-25°C and the pH level between 6.5-7.5. It should be fertilized regularly with a liquid fertilizer and should be pruned regularly to maintain its shape.

Where to Find Staurogyne atropurpurea

Staurogyne atropurpurea can be found in tropical regions of South America, such as Brazil and Peru.

Staurogyne atropurpurea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Staurogyne atropurpurea?

Staurogyne atropurpurea

What type of plant is Staurogyne atropurpurea?

Aquatic plant

Where is Staurogyne atropurpurea found?

India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar

Species in the Staurogyne genus

Staurogyne elegans, Staurogyne elongata, Staurogyne euryphylla, Staurogyne expansa, Staurogyne filipes, Staurogyne ciliata, Staurogyne comosa, Staurogyne condensata, Staurogyne dispar, Staurogyne cuneata, Staurogyne dasyphylla, Staurogyne densifolia, Staurogyne gracilis, Staurogyne coriacea, Staurogyne glutinosa, Staurogyne inaequalis, Staurogyne incana, Staurogyne itatiaiae, Staurogyne grandiflora, Staurogyne griffithiana, Staurogyne havilandii, Staurogyne helferi, Staurogyne humifusa, Staurogyne citrina, Staurogyne bullata, Staurogyne bella, Staurogyne burbidgei, Staurogyne cambodiana, Staurogyne capillipes, Staurogyne brevicaulis, Staurogyne aristata, Staurogyne amboinica, Staurogyne amoena, Staurogyne anomala, Staurogyne arcuata, Staurogyne beddomei, Staurogyne batuensis, Staurogyne athroantha, Staurogyne atropurpurea, Staurogyne axillaris, Staurogyne balansae, Staurogyne argentea, Staurogyne jaherii, Staurogyne spraguei, Staurogyne trinitensia, Staurogyne subcordata, Staurogyne spatulata, Staurogyne subglabra, Staurogyne subrosulata, Staurogyne sundana,

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

A.B.M.Enayet Hossain (b.1945): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'E.Hossain' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:55196-1: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.