Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
scabra
ID:
1411553

Status:
valid

Authors:
Nees

Source:
wcvp

Year:
1832

Citation Micro:
Pl. Asiat. Rar. (Wallich). iii. 84.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001424018



Common Names

  • Strobilanthes scabra
  • Scabrous Strobilanthes
  • Scabra Strobilanthes


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Description

Strobilanthes scabra (also called Rough Strobilanthes, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to India and Southeast Asia. It has a slender stem and long, thin leaves. It grows in grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Strobilanthes scabra is an ornamental plant used in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also known to have antifungal and antibacterial properties, making it a useful plant for treating skin conditions.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Strobilanthes scabra has small, white flowers with a sweet scent. Its seeds are small and round, and its seedlings are small and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Strobilanthes scabra is a hardy, evergreen shrub that is easy to propagate and cultivate. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It can be propagated by division and cuttings. It is drought tolerant and does not require much maintenance.

Where to Find Strobilanthes scabra

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

Strobilanthes scabra FAQ

What is the natural habitat of Strobilanthes scabra?

Strobilanthes scabra is native to tropical rainforests in Southeast Asia.

What is the typical size of Strobilanthes scabra?

Strobilanthes scabra typically grows to be about 6-12 inches in height.

What is the best temperature for Strobilanthes scabra?

Strobilanthes scabra prefers temperatures between 65-85°F (18-29°C).

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.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:55939-1: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.