Rhinephyllum pillansii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
pillansii
ID:
1039406
Status:
valid
Authors:
N.E.Br.
Source:
Caryophyllales.org
Year:
1927
Citation Micro:
in Gard. Chron., ser. 3, 82: 92. 1927.
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001038744
Common Names
- Rhinephyllum
- Pillansii
- Rhinephyllum pillansii
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Rhinephyllum pillansii (also called 'Pillans' Rhinephyllum', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Acanthaceae family. It is an herbaceous perennial that grows up to 1 meter in height. It is native to tropical regions of Africa, including South Africa, Namibia, and Zimbabwe. It is found in moist, shady forests, as well as in disturbed habitats such as roadsides and plantations.
Uses & Benefits
Rhinephyllum pillansii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. Its flowers can be used to make tea.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Rhinephyllum pillansii has small, white flowers with yellow centers and small, black, oval-shaped seeds. The seedlings have long, narrow leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Rhinephyllum pillansii is an evergreen shrub that is native to South Africa. It prefers a well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. Propagate by seed or cuttings.
Where to Find Rhinephyllum pillansii
Rhinephyllum pillansii can be found in South Africa.
Species in the Rhinephyllum genus
Species in the Aizoaceae family
References
Nicholas Edward Brown (1849-1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'N.E.Br.' in the authors string.
caryophyllales.org record for wfo-0001038744: Based on the initial data import