Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
lurida
ID:
433520

Status:
valid

Authors:
Wight

Source:
ksu

Year:
1850

Citation Micro:
Icon. Pl. Ind. Orient. 4: t. 1515 (1850)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000432852



Common Names

  • Strobilanthes lurida
  • Lurid Strobilanthes
  • Strobilanthes


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Synonyms

  • Strobilanthes luridus Wight [unknown]

Description

Strobilanthes lurida (also called ‘Lurid Strobilanthes’, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to India and Sri Lanka. It has large, oval-shaped leaves with a metallic sheen and purple undersides. It prefers partial shade and moist, well-drained soil.

Uses & Benefits

Strobilanthes lurida is an ornamental plant that is used to decorate gardens and homes. It is also known to attract butterflies and birds, making it a great addition to any outdoor space.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Strobilanthes lurida var. lurida
Strobilanthes lurida var. bourneae Gamble

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Strobilanthes lurida is a bright yellow star-shaped bloom with yellow-tipped petals. The seed is a small, black, ovoid-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, long, thin stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Strobilanthes lurida is a tropical evergreen perennial that is best propagated from stem cuttings. Take a 4-6 inch cutting from a healthy stem and remove the lower leaves. Dip the cutting in rooting hormone and plant in a pot filled with moist, well-draining potting mix. Place the pot in a warm, humid location and keep the soil moist. The cutting should root in a few weeks and can be transplanted into a larger pot or into the garden.

Where to Find Strobilanthes lurida

Strobilanthes lurida can be found in India, Myanmar, and Thailand

Strobilanthes lurida FAQ

What is the scientific name of Strobilanthes lurida?

Strobilanthes lurida

What is the common name of Strobilanthes lurida?

Lurid Shield

What is the natural habitat of Strobilanthes lurida?

Tropical rainforests

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

Robert Wight (1796-1872): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wight' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:55794-1: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.