Strobilanthes peninsularis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
peninsularis
ID:
433499
Status:
valid
Authors:
Terao
Source:
ksu
Year:
1983
Citation Micro:
Acta Phytotax. Geobot. 34: 123 (1983)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000432831
Common Names
- Peninsularis Strobilanthes
- Strobilanthes peninsularis
- Peninsular Strobilanthes
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Strobilanthes peninsularis (also called Scarlet Star, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Acanthaceae family. It is native to tropical Asia. It has a rosette of glossy, leathery leaves and bright red flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Strobilanthes peninsularis 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 Strobilanthes peninsularis has a bright pink flower with a yellow center. The seeds are small and black and the seedlings are small and green.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Strobilanthes peninsularis is a perennial shrub that can be propagated from cuttings. It prefers a well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. Water regularly and fertilize lightly. Prune regularly to maintain shape and size.
Where to Find Strobilanthes peninsularis
Strobilanthes peninsularis can be found in India, Myanmar, and Thailand
Strobilanthes peninsularis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Strobilanthes peninsularis?
Strobilanthes peninsularis
What is the family of Strobilanthes peninsularis?
Acanthaceae
Where is Strobilanthes peninsularis native to?
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,
References
H. Terao: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Terao' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:903160-1: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.