Strobilanthes kannanii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
kannanii
ID:
1521063
Status:
valid
Authors:
Josekutty, P.Biju, J.R.I.Wood & Augustine
Source:
rhakhis
Year:
2018
Citation Micro:
Nordic J. Bot. 36(8)-e01689: 2. 2018
WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000007738
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Strobilanthes kannanii (also called Kannan's Strobilanthes, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Acanthaceae. It is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 2 m tall and is native to India and Sri Lanka. It is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.
Uses & Benefits
Strobilanthes kannanii is used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Strobilanthes kannanii are small, white and bell-shaped. The seeds are tiny, black and glossy. The seedlings are small, green and have a single cotyledon.
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Cultivation and propagation of Strobilanthes kannanii is best done through division of the rhizomes. The rhizomes should be planted in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist but not soggy. The plant should be kept in a warm, sunny location and fertilized regularly. Propagation can also be done through seed, but this is more difficult and less successful.
Where to Find Strobilanthes kannanii
Strobilanthes kannanii is native to India and can be found in humid forests.
Strobilanthes kannanii FAQ
What is the natural habitat of Strobilanthes kannanii?
Strobilanthes kannanii is found in the Cerrado region of Brazil.
What is the average height of Strobilanthes kannanii?
Strobilanthes kannanii typically grows to a height of 1-2 meters.
What is the flowering season of Strobilanthes kannanii?
Strobilanthes kannanii 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
Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.