Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
latebrosa
ID:
433761

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ridl.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1922

Citation Micro:
J. Straits Branch Roy. Asiat. Soc. 86: 304 (1922)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000433093



Common Names

  • Latebrosa Strobilanthes
  • Latebrosa False Foxglove
  • Latebrosa Persian Shield


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Description

Strobilanthes latebrosa (also called 'Lantern Plant' and 'Persian Shield', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Acanthaceae family. It is native to India, Myanmar, Thailand, and Vietnam. It is typically found in tropical rainforests and moist deciduous forests.

Uses & Benefits

Strobilanthes latebrosa is an ornamental plant that is used in gardens and as a houseplant. It is known for its attractive foliage and bright flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Strobilanthes latebrosa has small, white flowers that are arranged in clusters. The seeds are small and black in color. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Strobilanthes latebrosa is an evergreen shrub native to India. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and partial shade. It can be propagated by cuttings or by seed. It can also be grown from divisions of the root system.

Where to Find Strobilanthes latebrosa

Strobilanthes latebrosa can be found in tropical forests of India, Thailand, Myanmar, and Sri Lanka.

Strobilanthes latebrosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Strobilanthes latebrosa?

Strobilanthes latebrosa

What type of plant is Strobilanthes latebrosa?

It is an evergreen, perennial plant.

Where is Strobilanthes latebrosa 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,

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