Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Species:
incanus
ID:
1321123

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Briq.) Harley & J.F.B.Pastore

Source:
ipni

Year:
2012

Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 58: 19 (2012)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001333577



Common Names

  • Cyanocephalus incanus
  • Incanus
  • Cyanocephalus


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Description

Cyanocephalus incanus (also called Incan cyanocephalus, among many other common names) is a species of shrub native to India. It has a bright green, leathery leaf with a distinctively wavy margin. It is found in dry, sunny habitats, such as rocky outcrops and cliffs.

Uses & Benefits

Cyanocephalus incanus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and for landscaping. It is also used as a medicinal plant, as its leaves have anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Cyanocephalus incanus is white to pink in color, with a tubular shape and a hairy calyx. The seed is small and brown, and the seedlings are small, with a single pair of cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cyanocephalus incanus can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining potting mix and kept moist. Division can be done in spring or autumn. The plant should be divided into several smaller clumps and replanted in a well-draining potting mix.

Where to Find Cyanocephalus incanus

Cyanocephalus incanus can be found in the western United States, primarily in California and Oregon.

Cyanocephalus incanus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cyanocephalus incanus?

Cyanocephalus incanus

What type of plant is Cyanocephalus incanus?

A shrub

Where is Cyanocephalus incanus found?

It is found in Australia

Species in the Lamiaceae family

Acanthomintha duttonii, Acanthomintha ilicifolia, Acanthomintha lanceolata, Acanthomintha obovata, Acanthoprasium frutescens, Acanthoprasium integrifolium, Achyrospermum aethiopicum, Achyrospermum africanum, Achyrospermum axillare, Achyrospermum carvalhoi, Achyrospermum ciliatum, Achyrospermum cryptanthum, Achyrospermum dasytrichum, Achyrospermum densiflorum, Achyrospermum erythobotrys, Achyrospermum fruticosum, Achyrospermum laterale, Achyrospermum micranthum, Achyrospermum mildbraedii, Achyrospermum oblongifolium, Achyrospermum parviflorum, Achyrospermum purpureum, Achyrospermum schimperi, Achyrospermum schlechteri, Achyrospermum seychellarum, Achyrospermum tisserantii, Achyrospermum urens, Achyrospermum wallichianum, Achyrospermum scandens, Acinos alpinus, Acrotome angustifolia, Acrotome fleckii, Acrotome hispida, Acrotome inflata, Acrotome mozambiquensis, Acrotome pallescens, Acrotome tenuis, Acrotome thorncroftii, Acrymia ajugiflora, Aegiphila aracaensis, Aegiphila hystricina, Aegiphila aculeifera, Aegiphila alba, Aegiphila anomala, Aegiphila arcta, Aegiphila australis, Aegiphila bogotensis, Aegiphila boliviana, Aegiphila brachiata, Aegiphila bracteolosa,

References

John Isaac Briquet (1870-1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Briq.' in the authors string.
Raymond Mervyn Harley (b.1936): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Harley' in the authors string.
José Floriano Barêa Pastore (b.1979): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.F.B.Pastore' in the authors string.