Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
membranacea
ID:
433539

Status:
valid

Authors:
Talbot

Source:
ksu

Year:
1902

Citation Micro:
Syst. List Trees Bombay , ed. 2: 261 (1902)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000432871



Common Names

  • Strobilanthes membranacea
  • Membranous Strobilanthes
  • Membranous Shield-fern


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Description

Strobilanthes membranacea (also called ‘Membranous 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 membranacea is an ornamental plant that is used to decorate gardens and homes. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments such as fever, headaches, and stomachaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: The flowers of Strobilanthes membranacea are white or pinkish-white in color. They have five petals and are arranged in a star-like shape. Seeds: The seeds of Strobilanthes membranacea are small and black in color. Seedlings: The seedlings of Strobilanthes membranacea are small and have a thin stem with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Strobilanthes membranacea is an evergreen shrub that grows in full sun to partial shade. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and can tolerate some drought. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and rooted in a moist, well-draining potting mix. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a well-draining potting mix and kept moist until germination.

Where to Find Strobilanthes membranacea

Strobilanthes membranacea is native to India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar.

Strobilanthes membranacea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Strobilanthes membranacea?

Strobilanthes membranacea

What is the common name of Strobilanthes membranacea?

Membranous Acanthus

What is the natural habitat of Strobilanthes membranacea?

Dry deciduous forests of India

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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