Status:
valid
Authors:
Elmer
Source:
ksu
Year:
1913
Citation Micro:
Leafl. Philipp. Bot. 5: 1686 (1913)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000432789
Common Names
- Strobilanthes palawanensis
- Palawan Strobilanthes
- Strobilanthes
Description
Strobilanthes palawanensis (also called Palawan Strobilanthes, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Acanthaceae family. It is native to Southeast Asia, and is found in moist, shady habitats such as rainforests and cloud forests.
Uses & Benefits
Strobilanthes palawanensis is an ornamental plant used to add color and texture to gardens and landscaping. It is also used as a medicinal herb to treat a variety of ailments. The leaves of the plant can be used to make a tea that is said to have medicinal properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Strobilanthes palawanensis is a bright red star-shaped bloom with yellow stamens. Its seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Strobilanthes palawanensis is a tropical evergreen shrub native to Southeast Asia. It is easy to cultivate and propagate. It grows best in a warm, humid environment with bright, indirect light. The plant should be kept moist but not soggy. It can be propagated by division or by taking stem cuttings.
Where to Find Strobilanthes palawanensis
Strobilanthes palawanensis is found in the tropical forests of the Philippines.
Strobilanthes palawanensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Strobilanthes palawanensis?
Strobilanthes palawanensis
What is the common name of Strobilanthes palawanensis?
Palawanensis Strobilanthes
What type of plant is Strobilanthes palawanensis?
Tropical epiphyte
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,