Strobilanthes crataegifolia - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
crataegifolia
ID:
433696
Status:
valid
Authors:
T.Anderson
Source:
ksu
Year:
1867
Citation Micro:
J. Linn. Soc., Bot. 9: 477 (1867)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000433028
Common Names
- Strobilanthes crataegifolia
- Crataegifolia Strobilanthes
- Crataegifolia
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Strobilanthes crataegifolia (also called 'Crateagus-leaved Persian Shield', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Acanthaceae family. It is native to India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar. It typically grows in moist, shady forests and along streams.
Uses & Benefits
Strobilanthes crataegifolia is an ornamental plant that is used in gardens and homes for its attractive foliage and colorful flowers. The leaves of this plant are known to have medicinal properties and can be used to treat skin ailments such as eczema and psoriasis. The plant also has antifungal and antibacterial properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Strobilanthes crataegifolia is a white to pale blue, tubular flower with four petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, with oval-shaped leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Strobilanthes crataegifolia can be propagated from seeds or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining potting mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and rooted in a moist potting mix. Both methods should be done in a warm, humid environment.
Where to Find Strobilanthes crataegifolia
Strobilanthes crataegifolia can be found in India, Sri Lanka, and the Andaman Islands.
Strobilanthes crataegifolia FAQ
What is the scientific name of Strobilanthes crataegifolia?
Strobilanthes crataegifolia
What type of plant is Strobilanthes crataegifolia?
It is a flowering plant.
Where does Strobilanthes crataegifolia grow?
It is native to India, China, and Southeast Asia.
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
Thomas Anderson (1832-1870): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'T.Anderson' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:55618-1: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.