Paraphlomis oblongifolia - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
oblongifolia
ID:
265225
Status:
valid
Authors:
Prain
Source:
wcs
Year:
1901
Citation Micro:
Ann. Roy. Bot. Gard. (Calcutta) 9(1): 60 (1901)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000264557
Common Names
- Paraphlomis oblongifolia
- Oblong-Leaf Paraphlomis
- Oblong-Leaf Paraphlomis
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- Leonurus oblongifolius Blume [unknown]
- Phlomis oblongifolia Kuntze [unknown]
- Gomphostemma macrophyllum Miq. [unknown]
Description
Paraphlomis oblongifolia (also called 'Kangaroo Apple', among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to Australia. It has oblong leaves and white flowers with a yellow centre. It is found in open forests and woodlands, often in rocky soils.
Uses & Benefits
Paraphlomis oblongifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat fever, headache, and other ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Paraphlomis oblongifolia has white flowers with a yellow lip. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and dark green.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Paraphlomis oblongifolia is a perennial herb that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It prefers well-drained soil and should be watered regularly. Propagation is done by seed or by division of the root ball.
Where to Find Paraphlomis oblongifolia
Paraphlomis oblongifolia can be found in the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.
Paraphlomis oblongifolia FAQ
What is the scientific name of Paraphlomis oblongifolia?
Paraphlomis oblongifolia
What is the family of Paraphlomis oblongifolia?
Acanthaceae
Where is Paraphlomis oblongifolia found?
China
Species in the Paraphlomis genus
Paraphlomis albida, Paraphlomis albiflora, Paraphlomis albotomentosa, Paraphlomis brevifolia, Paraphlomis foliata, Paraphlomis formosana, Paraphlomis hirsutissima, Paraphlomis hispida, Paraphlomis intermedia, Paraphlomis javanica, Paraphlomis kwangtungensis, Paraphlomis lanceolata, Paraphlomis lancidentata, Paraphlomis membranacea, Paraphlomis oblongifolia, Paraphlomis parviflora, Paraphlomis patentisetulosa, Paraphlomis paucisetosa, Paraphlomis reflexa, Paraphlomis seticalyx, Paraphlomis setulosa, Paraphlomis shunchangensis, Paraphlomis subcoriacea, Paraphlomis tomentoso-capitata, Paraphlomis koreana,
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-147664: Based on the initial data import
David Prain (1857-1944): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Prain' in the authors string.