Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
crossandra
ID:
1330256

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Steud.) J.R.I.Wood

Source:
ipni

Year:
2014

Citation Micro:
Novon 23: 391 (2014)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001342710



Common Names

  • Strobilanthes crossandra
  • Crossandra Strobilanthes
  • Strobilanthes Crossandra


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Description

Strobilanthes crossandra (also called Crossandra's Strobilanthes, among many other common names) is a species of shrub native to India. It is a small sized shrub with a height up to 1 m and a width up to 1 m. It is found in dry grasslands and open woodlands at elevations of 1000 to 2000 meters.

Uses & Benefits

Strobilanthes crossandra is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating fever, skin diseases, and digestive problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Strobilanthes crossandra has small, white flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Strobilanthes crossandra is a perennial herb that can be propagated from seed. Seeds should be sown on a well-draining medium and kept in bright, indirect light. The seedlings should be kept moist and fertilized regularly. Once the seedlings are large enough, they can be transplanted into larger pots.

Where to Find Strobilanthes crossandra

Strobilanthes crossandra can be found in the Indian states of Maharashtra and Karnataka.

Strobilanthes crossandra FAQ

What is the scientific name of Strobilanthes crossandra?

Strobilanthes crossandra

What is the natural habitat of Strobilanthes crossandra?

It is found in the tropical rainforests of India and Sri Lanka.

What is the flowering season of Strobilanthes crossandra?

It flowers from April to June.

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

Ernst Gottlieb von Steudel (1783-1856): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Steud.' in the authors string.
John Richard Ironside Wood (b.1944): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.R.I.Wood' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77147692-1: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.