Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
setosa
ID:
433566

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.R.I.Wood

Source:
ksu

Year:
1994

Citation Micro:
Edinburgh J. Bot. 51: 259 (1994)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000432898



Common Names

  • Setosa Strobilanthes
  • Hairy Shield
  • Hairy Coralbush


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Description

Strobilanthes setosa (also called Setose Strobilanthes, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Acanthaceae family. It is native to India, Bangladesh, and Sri Lanka. It is found in moist deciduous forests, often growing on trees.

Uses & Benefits

Strobilanthes setosa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headache, and other ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Strobilanthes setosa has small, white flowers with yellow centers and long, thin seedlings. The seeds are small and black.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Strobilanthes setosa is a tropical evergreen shrub that prefers partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by stem cuttings or division of the root ball.

Where to Find Strobilanthes setosa

Strobilanthes setosa can be found in the tropical rainforests of India and Sri Lanka.

Strobilanthes setosa FAQ

What is the ideal temperature for Strobilanthes setosa?

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

How much light does Strobilanthes setosa need?

Strobilanthes setosa needs bright, indirect light.

How often should Strobilanthes setosa be watered?

Strobilanthes setosa 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,

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