Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Species:
argenteus
ID:
261778

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.J.Paton & Hedge

Source:
wcs

Year:
1998

Citation Micro:
Fl. Madagasc. 175: 122 (1998)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000261110



Common Names

  • Orthosiphon argenteus
  • Silver Orthosiphon
  • Silvery Orthosiphon


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Description

Orthosiphon argenteus (also called the Silver Orthosiphon, among many other common names) is a species of orthosiphonid cephalopod, a type of extinct nautiloid. It is characterized by a long, straight shell with a pointed end. This species is native to Europe and was found in shallow marine environments.

Uses & Benefits

Orthosiphon argenteus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Orthosiphon argenteus has white, tubular flowers with five lobes and a yellow center. The seeds are small, brown, and oval-shaped. The seedlings have oval-shaped leaves with serrated edges.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Orthosiphon argenteus is a terrestrial orchid species native to Central and South America. It is a slow-growing species that prefers bright, indirect light and high humidity. Propagation is done by division or by seed. Seeds should be sown on a medium of sphagnum moss and kept in a warm, humid environment.

Where to Find Orthosiphon argenteus

Orthosiphon argenteus is native to the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.

Orthosiphon argenteus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Orthosiphon argenteus?

Orthosiphon argenteus

What is the natural habitat of Orthosiphon argenteus?

It is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.

What is the flowering season of Orthosiphon argenteus?

It flowers from April to July.

Species in the Orthosiphon genus

Orthosiphon adenocaulis, Orthosiphon allenii, Orthosiphon argenteus, Orthosiphon aristatus, Orthosiphon biflorus, Orthosiphon bulbosus, Orthosiphon cladotrichos, Orthosiphon cuanzae, Orthosiphon discolor, Orthosiphon ellipticus, Orthosiphon exilis, Orthosiphon ferrugineus, Orthosiphon fruticosus, Orthosiphon glandulosus, Orthosiphon grandiflorum, Orthosiphon hanningtonii, Orthosiphon humbertii, Orthosiphon incurvus, Orthosiphon miserabilis, Orthosiphon newtonii, Orthosiphon nigripunctatus, Orthosiphon pallidus, Orthosiphon parishii, Orthosiphon parvifolius, Orthosiphon robustus, Orthosiphon ruber, Orthosiphon rubicundus, Orthosiphon rufinervis, Orthosiphon sarmentosus, Orthosiphon scapiger, Orthosiphon scedastophyllus, Orthosiphon schimperi, Orthosiphon thymiflorus, Orthosiphon vernalis, Orthosiphon violaceus, Orthosiphon wattii, Orthosiphon wulfenioides, Orthosiphon lanatus, Orthosiphon pseudoaristatus, Orthosiphon rotundifolius, Orthosiphon truncatus, Orthosiphon schliebenii, Orthosiphon americanus, Orthosiphon cinereus,

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

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-144293: Based on the initial data import
Ian Charleson Hedge (b.1928): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hedge' in the authors string.
Alan James Paton (b.1963): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.J.Paton' in the authors string.