Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
quadrifaria
ID:
1284550

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Wall. ex Nees) Y.F.Deng

Source:
tro

Year:
2007

Citation Micro:
Acta Phytotax. Sin. 45: 849 (2007)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001283888



Common Names

  • Strobilanthes quadrifaria
  • Quadrifaria Strobilanthes
  • Quadrifaria Spiderling


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Description

Strobilanthes quadrifaria (also called Four-Leafed Strobilanthes, among many other common names) is a perennial evergreen shrub native to India and Sri Lanka. It is a low-growing, spreading shrub with bright green foliage and small white flowers. It prefers moist, shady habitats and is often found growing in tropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Strobilanthes quadrifaria is used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties, such as its anti-inflammatory and antifungal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Strobilanthes quadrifaria has a small, white flower with a yellow center. Its seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Strobilanthes quadrifaria is a tropical perennial native to Central and South America. It is propagated by seed or division. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and partial to full shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost.

Where to Find Strobilanthes quadrifaria

Strobilanthes quadrifaria can be found in India, Nepal, and Sri Lanka.

Strobilanthes quadrifaria FAQ

What is the scientific name of Strobilanthes quadrifaria?

Strobilanthes quadrifaria

What is the common name of Strobilanthes quadrifaria?

Four-leaved strobilanthes

What is the natural habitat of Strobilanthes quadrifaria?

Tropical and subtropical forests of Central and South America

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

Christian Gottfried Daniel Nees von Esenbeck (1776-1858): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Nees' in the authors string.
Nathaniel Wolff Wallich (1786-1854): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wall.' in the authors string.
Yun Fei Deng: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Y.F.Deng' in the authors string.
Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.