Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
remota
ID:
433600

Status:
valid

Authors:
T.Anderson

Source:
ksu

Year:
1867

Citation Micro:
J. Linn. Soc., Bot. 9: 471 (1867)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000432932



Common Names

  • Strobilanthes remota
  • Remote Strobilanthes
  • Remote Shield-fern


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Description

Strobilanthes remota (also called Remote Strobilanthes, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Acanthaceae family. It is native to Southeast Asia. It is an evergreen shrub, growing up to 1.5 meters tall, and is found in tropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Strobilanthes remota is a popular ornamental plant that is used in gardens and parks. It has attractive foliage and flowers that can add color and texture to any landscape. It is also known to attract birds and butterflies. It can be used as a groundcover or in containers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Strobilanthes remota has small, white flowers that are borne in clusters. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small, with oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Strobilanthes remota is a tropical evergreen shrub that grows best in partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagate by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a warm, moist environment and kept at a temperature of 70-75°F. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and rooted in a warm, moist environment.

Where to Find Strobilanthes remota

Strobilanthes remota can be found in the tropical rainforests of India.

Strobilanthes remota FAQ

What is the ideal temperature for Strobilanthes remota?

The ideal temperature for Strobilanthes remota is between 18-25°C.

How much light does Strobilanthes remota need?

Strobilanthes remota needs bright, indirect light.

How often should Strobilanthes remota be watered?

Strobilanthes remota should be watered once a week, allowing the soil to dry out between waterings.

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

Thomas Anderson (1832-1870): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'T.Anderson' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:55911-1: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.