Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
paniculiformis
ID:
433456

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.R.I.Wood

Source:
ksu

Year:
2006

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 61: 10 (2006)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000432788



Common Names

  • Strobilanthes paniculiformis
  • Paniculate Strobilanthes
  • Strobilanthes


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Description

Strobilanthes paniculiformis (also called Panicled 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 paniculiformis 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 paniculiformis is a bright purple star-shaped bloom with yellow stamens. Its seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Strobilanthes paniculiformis 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 paniculiformis

Strobilanthes paniculiformis is found in the tropical forests of Malaysia and Indonesia.

Strobilanthes paniculiformis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Strobilanthes paniculiformis?

Strobilanthes paniculiformis

What is the common name of Strobilanthes paniculiformis?

Paniculiformis Strobilanthes

What type of plant is Strobilanthes paniculiformis?

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,

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