Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
decumbens
ID:
433669

Status:
valid

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

Source:
ksu

Year:
2003

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 58: 97 (2003)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000433001



Common Names

  • Strobilanthes decumbens
  • Decumbens Strobilanthes
  • Decumbens


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Description

Strobilanthes decumbens (also called Decumbent Strobilanthes, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to India and Sri Lanka. It is a small, erect plant that grows to a height of about 30 cm, with green stems and ovate leaves. It is found in moist, shady areas in its native regions.

Uses & Benefits

Strobilanthes decumbens is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various illnesses.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Strobilanthes decumbens is a small white or yellow flower with five petals. The seed of Strobilanthes decumbens is a small, dark brown seed with a hard outer shell. The seedlings of Strobilanthes decumbens are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Strobilanthes decumbens is a tropical evergreen shrub that grows best in partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by stem cuttings, which should be taken in late spring or early summer and planted in moist, well-drained soil. The cuttings should be kept moist until they have rooted.

Where to Find Strobilanthes decumbens

Strobilanthes decumbens can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar.

Strobilanthes decumbens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Strobilanthes decumbens?

Strobilanthes decumbens

What type of plant is Strobilanthes decumbens?

It is an evergreen, perennial plant.

Where is Strobilanthes decumbens native to?

It is native to India and Sri Lanka.

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

Cornelis Eliza Bertus Bremekamp (1888-1984): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bremek.' 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:20011953-1: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.