Status:
valid
Authors:
Ridl.
Source:
ksu
Year:
1923
Citation Micro:
J. Malayan Branch Roy. Asiat. Soc. 1: 82 (1923)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000432858
Common Names
- Strobilanthes multiflora
- Many-flowered Strobilanthes
- Giant Strobilanthes
Description
Strobilanthes multiflora (also called ‘Many-Flowered 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 multiflora 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.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Strobilanthes multiflora 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.
Cultivation and Propagation
Strobilanthes multiflora is a tropical perennial grown from a rhizome. Propagation is best done by division of the rhizomes in spring or early summer. The rhizomes should be planted at a depth of 2-3 inches in a well-draining soil mixture, and the plants should be kept moist and warm. The plants should be fertilized regularly with a balanced fertilizer.
Where to Find Strobilanthes multiflora
Strobilanthes multiflora can be found in India, Myanmar, and Thailand
Strobilanthes multiflora FAQ
What is the ideal temperature for Strobilanthes multiflora?
The ideal temperature for Strobilanthes multiflora is between 18-25°C.
How much light does Strobilanthes multiflora need?
Strobilanthes multiflora needs bright, indirect light.
How often should Strobilanthes multiflora be watered?
Strobilanthes multiflora should be watered once a week, allowing the soil to dry out between waterings.
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,