Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Species:
arenicola
ID:
275903

Status:
valid

Authors:
P.I.Forst.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1991

Citation Micro:
Muelleria 7: 375 (1991)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000275235



Common Names

  • Arenicola Plectranthus
  • Plectranthus arenicola
  • Arenicola's Plectranthus


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Description

Plectranthus arenicola (also called Sand Plectranthus, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to India and Sri Lanka. It has ovate leaves with toothed margins and white flowers that bloom in the summer. It is found in moist and sandy areas, such as beaches and riverbanks.

Uses & Benefits

Plectranthus arenicola is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used to attract pollinators and beneficial insects to the garden.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: white, tubular, with 5-lobed corolla. Seed: small, brown, and oblong. Seedlings: have a single cotyledon and a pair of opposite, simple leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Plectranthus arenicola is a small, evergreen shrub with glossy, dark green leaves. It is easy to propagate from cuttings and can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and should be watered regularly. Fertilize regularly with a balanced fertilizer.

Where to Find Plectranthus arenicola

Plectranthus arenicola is native to India and Sri Lanka.

Plectranthus arenicola FAQ

What is the scientific name of Plectranthus arenicola?

Plectranthus arenicola

What is the common name of Plectranthus arenicola?

Silver Spur Flower

Where is Plectranthus arenicola native to?

South Africa

Species in the Plectranthus genus

Plectranthus acaulis, Plectranthus actites, Plectranthus adenophorus, Plectranthus aegyptiacus, Plectranthus agnewii, Plectranthus alboviolaceus, Plectranthus aliciae, Plectranthus alloplectus, Plectranthus alpinus, Plectranthus ambiguus, Plectranthus amboinicus, Plectranthus amicorum, Plectranthus amoenus, Plectranthus amplexicaulis, Plectranthus angulatus, Plectranthus antongilicus, Plectranthus apoensis, Plectranthus apreptus, Plectranthus apricus, Plectranthus arabicus, Plectranthus arenicola, Plectranthus argentatus, Plectranthus argentifolius, Plectranthus asirensis, Plectranthus atroviolaceus, Plectranthus barbatus, Plectranthus bariensis, Plectranthus baumii, Plectranthus beddomei, Plectranthus berdaricus, Plectranthus betamponus, Plectranthus betonicifolius, Plectranthus blakei, Plectranthus bojeri, Plectranthus bourneae, Plectranthus bracteatus, Plectranthus brevicaulis, Plectranthus buchananii, Plectranthus burorum, Plectranthus calycinus, Plectranthus candelabriformis, Plectranthus canescens, Plectranthus caninus, Plectranthus capuronii, Plectranthus carnosifolius, Plectranthus caudatus, Plectranthus chevalieri, Plectranthus chiangdaoensis, Plectranthus chimanimanensis, Plectranthus ciliatus,

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-157898: Based on the initial data import
Paul Irwin Forster (b.1961): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.I.Forst.' in the authors string.