Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
dolichophylla
ID:
433687

Status:
valid

Authors:
Benoist

Source:
ksu

Year:
1921

Citation Micro:
Bull. Mus. Natl. Hist. Nat. 27: 546 (1921)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000433019



Common Names

  • Strobilanthes dolichophylla
  • Dolichophylla Strobilanthes
  • Dolichophylla


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Description

Strobilanthes dolichophylla (also called Dolichophylla Strobilanthes, among many other common names) is an evergreen perennial shrub native to India and Sri Lanka. It has a spreading habit and grows to a height of 1.5m. It has ovate leaves with a red underside and white flowers. It grows in moist and shady locations.

Uses & Benefits

Strobilanthes dolichophylla 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 dolichophylla 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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Cultivation and Propagation

Strobilanthes dolichophylla 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 dolichophylla

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

Strobilanthes dolichophylla FAQ

What is the scientific name of Strobilanthes dolichophylla?

Strobilanthes dolichophylla

What type of plant is Strobilanthes dolichophylla?

It is a flowering plant.

Where does Strobilanthes dolichophylla 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

Raymond Benoist (1881-1970): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benoist' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:55654-1: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.