Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
coanata
ID:
434508

Status:
valid

Authors:
Collett & Hemsl.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1890

Citation Micro:
J. Linn. Soc., Bot. 28: 104 (1890)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000433840



Common Names

  • Strobilanthes coanata
  • Coanate Strobilanthes
  • Coanate Strobilanthum


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Description

Strobilanthes coanata (also called Coan Strobilanthes, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Acanthaceae family. It is native to India, Sri Lanka, and China. It is found in tropical and subtropical climates, often in moist, shady forests.

Uses & Benefits

Strobilanthes coanata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat fever, headaches, and malaria.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Strobilanthes coanata is white in color and has a bell-like shape. The seed is small and black in color. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with small leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Strobilanthes coanata can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from the tips of the stems and planted in a well-draining soil mix. Both methods should be kept in a warm, humid environment until the plants are established.

Where to Find Strobilanthes coanata

Strobilanthes coanata can be found in the Western Ghats of India.

Strobilanthes coanata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Strobilanthes coanata?

Strobilanthes coanata

What type of plant is Strobilanthes coanata?

Strobilanthes coanata is a small, herbaceous, terrestrial plant.

Where does Strobilanthes coanata grow?

Strobilanthes coanata is native to South America and grows in moist, shady areas.

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

William Hemsley (1843-1924): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hemsl.' in the authors string.
Henry Collett (1836-1901): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Collett' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:55605-1: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.