Strobilanthes pseudocollina - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
pseudocollina
ID:
1282845
Status:
valid
Authors:
K.J.He & D.H.Qin
Source:
tro
Year:
2007
Citation Micro:
Acta Phytotax. Sin. 45: 701 (2007)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001282183
Common Names
- Strobilanthes pseudocollina
- Strobilanthes
- Pseudocollina
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Strobilanthes pseudocollina (also called False Collar-flower, among many other common names) is a small shrub native to India. It has small purple flowers and narrow, elongated leaves. It is found in tropical forests and scrublands, and is tolerant of high temperatures.
Uses & Benefits
Strobilanthes pseudocollina is used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments, such as fever, headache, and skin diseases. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a natural dye for fabrics.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Strobilanthes pseudocollina is a small, white, tubular flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single stem.
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Strobilanthes pseudocollina is a perennial plant that is easy to grow and propagate. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. Propagation can be done by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a cold frame. Division should be done in early spring or autumn.
Where to Find Strobilanthes pseudocollina
Strobilanthes pseudocollina is native to the tropical and subtropical regions of South America, from Mexico to Argentina.
Strobilanthes pseudocollina FAQ
What is the scientific name of Strobilanthes pseudocollina?
Strobilanthes pseudocollina
What is the natural habitat of Strobilanthes pseudocollina?
It is found in dry sclerophyll forests and woodlands
What are the common uses of Strobilanthes pseudocollina?
It is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower
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
De Hai Qin: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.H.Qin' in the authors string.
Kai Jia He: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'K.J.He' in the authors string.
Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.