Strobilanthes amabilis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
amabilis
ID:
434683
Status:
valid
Authors:
C.B.Clarke
Source:
ksu
Year:
1884
Citation Micro:
Fl. Brit. India 4: 476 (1884)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000434015
Common Names
- Amabilis
- Amabilis Strobilanthes
- Strobilanthes Amabilis
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Strobilanthes amabilis (also called Strobilanthes, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Southeast Asia. It has ovate-lanceolate leaves and white flowers. It is found in moist areas, such as in open forests, thickets, and along roadsides.
Uses & Benefits
Strobilanthes amabilis is used as an ornamental plant and is known for its attractive foliage.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Strobilanthes amabilis are small and white. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and have a single cotyledon.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Strobilanthes amabilis is a slow-growing, low-maintenance plant that can be propagated by cuttings or division. It prefers a nutrient-rich substrate and moderate to high lighting. It can be propagated by cuttings or division.
Where to Find Strobilanthes amabilis
Strobilanthes amabilis can be found in tropical Africa, from Ethiopia to Angola.
Strobilanthes amabilis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Strobilanthes amabilis?
Strobilanthes amabilis
What is the common name of Strobilanthes amabilis?
No common name
Where is Strobilanthes amabilis found?
India
Species in the Strobilanthes genus
Strobilanthes paniculiformis, Strobilanthes palawanensis, Strobilanthes panichanga, Strobilanthes paniculata, Strobilanthes papillosa, Strobilanthes parryorum, Strobilanthes nigrescens, Strobilanthes polythrix, Strobilanthes nockii, Strobilanthes novomegapolitana, Strobilanthes nutans, Strobilanthes pachys, Strobilanthes obtusibracteata, Strobilanthes pachyphylla, Strobilanthes oresbia, Strobilanthes orthostachya, Strobilanthes phoenicea, Strobilanthes phyllostachya, Strobilanthes poilanei, Strobilanthes polybotrya, Strobilanthes pentandra, Strobilanthes patula, Strobilanthes pedicellata, Strobilanthes peninsularis, Strobilanthes perrottetiana, Strobilanthes perplexa, Strobilanthes pendula, Strobilanthes maculata, Strobilanthes mearnsii, Strobilanthes maingayi, Strobilanthes lupulina, Strobilanthes matthewiana, Strobilanthes lurida, Strobilanthes multiflora, Strobilanthes murutorum, Strobilanthes maxwellii, Strobilanthes neilgherrensis, Strobilanthes microcarpa, Strobilanthes meeboldii, Strobilanthes membranacea, Strobilanthes merrillii, Strobilanthes micranthus, Strobilanthes multangula, Strobilanthes microstachya, Strobilanthes monadelpha, Strobilanthes moschiferus, Strobilanthes stenura, Strobilanthes spicata, Strobilanthes squalens, Strobilanthes steenisiana,
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
Charles Baron Clarke (1832-1906): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.B.Clarke' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:55530-1: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.