Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
viscosa
ID:
1276344

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Arn. ex Nees) T.Anderson

Source:
tro

Year:
1860

Citation Micro:
Enum. Pl. Zeyl. : 226 (1860)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001275682



Common Names

  • Strobilanthes viscosa
  • Viscosa Strobilanthes
  • Strobilanthes Viscosa


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Description

Strobilanthes viscosa (also called Viscid Strobilanthes, among many other common names) is a shrub that typically grows up to 3 meters tall. It is native to South Asia and is found in open forests and scrublands. It has dark green leaves and white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Strobilanthes viscosa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a source of food for bees and other pollinators.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Strobilanthes viscosa var. viscosa
Strobilanthes viscosa var. digitalis (Nees) C.B.Clarke

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Strobilanthes viscosa has a small, white flower with a yellow center. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a dark green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Strobilanthes viscosa is a small evergreen shrub native to India. It is easy to propagate from cuttings and can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and can tolerate some drought. It is best to prune the shrub in late winter or early spring to keep it in shape.

Where to Find Strobilanthes viscosa

Strobilanthes viscosa can be found in India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar.

Strobilanthes viscosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Strobilanthes viscosa?

Strobilanthes viscosa

What is the common name of Strobilanthes viscosa?

Strobilanthes

What is the natural habitat of Strobilanthes viscosa?

Strobilanthes viscosa is found in tropical and subtropical regions of Mexico, Central America, and the Caribbean

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:56007-1: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.