Status:
valid
Authors:
Botsch.
Source:
tro
Year:
1959
Citation Micro:
Bot. Zhurn. (Moscow & Leningrad) 44: 1487 (1959)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001218528
Common Names
- Petrov's Synstemon
- Synstemon petrovii
- Synstemon
Description
Synstemon petrovii (also called Petrovi's Synstemon, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Acanthaceae family. It is an evergreen shrub that grows to a height of 1 m and is found in the Mediterranean region, from Spain to Turkey, at altitudes of 0 to 1,000 m. It prefers dry, sunny habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Synstemon petrovii is a popular ornamental plant and is used in gardens and landscapes. It is also used as an indoor plant and is known for its attractive foliage and bright flowers.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The Synstemon petrovii flower is a yellow flower with a tubular shape. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a green stem with small, yellow flowers.
Cultivation and Propagation
Synstemon petrovii is a perennial herb native to the Mediterranean region. It can be propagated by seed or division. The seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Division should be done in the spring or fall. The divisions should be planted in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist.
Where to Find Synstemon petrovii
Synstemon petrovii can be found in the mountains of western China.
Synstemon petrovii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Synstemon petrovii?
Synstemon petrovii
What is the common name of Synstemon petrovii?
Petrov's Synstemon
Where is Synstemon petrovii native to?
Mexico
Species in the Synstemon genus
Species in the Brassicaceae family
Abdra brachycarpa,
Abdra aprica,
Acuston perenne,
Aethionema rhodopaeum,
Aethionema alanyae,
Aethionema arabicum,
Aethionema armenum,
Aethionema capitatum,
Aethionema carlsbergii,
Aethionema carneum,
Aethionema cephalanthum,
Aethionema cordatum,
Aethionema coridifolium,
Aethionema demirizii,
Aethionema diastrophis,
Aethionema dumanii,
Aethionema edentulum,
Aethionema eunomioides,
Aethionema fimbriatum,
Aethionema froedinii,
Aethionema gileadense,
Aethionema glaucinum,
Aethionema grandiflorum,
Aethionema heterocarpum,
Aethionema heterophyllum,
Aethionema huber-morathii,
Aethionema karamanicum,
Aethionema lepidioides,
Aethionema levandowskyi,
Aethionema lycium,
Aethionema marashicum,
Aethionema membranaceum,
Aethionema munzurense,
Aethionema orbiculatum,
Aethionema papillosum,
Aethionema retsina,
Aethionema saxatile,
Aethionema schistosum,
Aethionema semnanensis,
Aethionema speciosum,
Aethionema spicatum,
Aethionema stylosum,
Aethionema subulatum,
Aethionema syriacum,
Aethionema thesiifolium,
Aethionema thomasianum,
Aethionema transhyrcanum,
Aethionema turcicum,
Aethionema umbellatum,
Aethionema virgatum,