Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
cuneifolia
ID:
1318115

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Greenm.) Mesfin, D.J.Crawford & Pruski

Source:
ipni

Year:
2015

Citation Micro:
Phytoneuron 2015-68: 5 (2015)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001330569



Common Names

  • Electranthera cuneifolia
  • Cuneiform Waterweed
  • Cuneiform Pondweed


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Description

Electranthera cuneifolia (also called Wedge-leaved Electranthera, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Acanthaceae. It is native to India and is found in moist, montane grasslands. It is an annual herb that grows up to 0.5 m tall and has white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Electranthera cuneifolia is a popular ornamental plant with fragrant white flowers. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat skin diseases and as an insect repellent.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Electranthera cuneifolia is a small, white or pinkish-purple bloom with yellow anthers. The seed is a small, black, oblong nutlet. The seedlings are small, with narrow, linear leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Electranthera cuneifolia is a species of shrub native to South America. It is easily propagated from cuttings. Take cuttings from the tips of the branches in late spring or early summer. Dip the cuttings in rooting hormone and plant them in a well-drained soil in a sunny location. Water regularly and keep the soil moist. Fertilize the plants every two weeks with a balanced fertilizer.

Where to Find Electranthera cuneifolia

Electranthera cuneifolia can be found in the tropical forests of Colombia.

Electranthera cuneifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Electranthera cuneifolia?

Electranthera cuneifolia

What is the common name of Electranthera cuneifolia?

Wedge-Leaved Electranthera

Where is Electranthera cuneifolia found?

Electranthera cuneifolia is found in the tropical rainforests of Central and South America

Species in the Asteraceae family

Aaronsohnia pubescens, Aaronsohnia factorovskyi, Abrotanella filiformis, Abrotanella rostrata, Abrotanella linearis, Abrotanella trilobata, Abrotanella muscosa, Abrotanella inconspicua, Abrotanella trichoachaenia, Abrotanella caespitosa, Abrotanella nivigena, Abrotanella pusilla, Abrotanella linearifolia, Abrotanella papuana, Abrotanella rosulata, Abrotanella emarginata, Abrotanella fertilis, Abrotanella spathulata, Abrotanella purpurea, Abrotanella patearoa, Abrotanella submarginata, Abrotanella diemii, Abrotanella scapigera, Abrotanella forsterioides, Acamptopappus shockleyi, Acamptopappus sphaerocephalus, Acanthocephalus benthamianus, Acanthocephalus amplexifolius, Acanthocladium dockeri, Acanthodesmos distichus, Acanthodesmos gibarensis, Acanthospermum humile, Acanthospermum consobrinum, Acanthospermum glabratum, Acanthospermum microcarpum, Acanthospermum hispidum, Acanthospermum australe, Acanthospermum lecocarpoides, Acanthostyles buniifolius, Acanthostyles saucechicoensis, Achillea buiana, Achillea conrathii, Achillea cucullata, Achillea styriaca, Achillea clavennae, Achillea cappadocica, Achillea huber-morathii, Achillea ptarmicoides, Achillea sieheana, Achillea barrelieri,

References

Jesse More Greenman (1867-1951): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Greenm.' in the authors string.
John Francis Pruski (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pruski' in the authors string.
Mesfin Tadesse (b.1951): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mesfin' in the authors string.
Daniel J. Crawford (b.1942): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.J.Crawford' in the authors string.