Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
serrata
ID:
1284553

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.B.Imlay

Source:
tro

Year:
1939

Citation Micro:
Bull. Misc. Inform. Kew 1939: 117 (1939)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001283891



Common Names

  • Strobilanthes serrata
  • Serrata Strobilanthes
  • Serrata Spiderling


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Description

Strobilanthes serrata (also called Serrated Strobilanthes, among many other common names) is a shrub native to India and Sri Lanka. It has a spreading habit and grows up to 3 meters tall. Its leaves are serrated and its flowers are small and white. It is found in tropical and subtropical dry forests and is often used as an ornamental plant.

Uses & Benefits

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

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Strobilanthes serrata is a white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, green and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Strobilanthes serrata 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 serrata

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

Strobilanthes serrata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Strobilanthes serrata?

Strobilanthes serrata

What is the common name of Strobilanthes serrata?

Serrated strobilanthes

What is the natural habitat of Strobilanthes serrata?

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

Joan B. Imlay (1912-1976): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.B.Imlay' in the authors string.
Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.