Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Species:
bipartitus
ID:
1328802

Status:
valid

Authors:
P.I.Forst.

Source:
ipni

Year:
2014

Citation Micro:
Austrobaileya 9: 208 (2014)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001341256



Common Names

  • Plectranthus Bipartitus
  • Bipartitus Spurflower
  • Two-Part Spurflower


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Description

Plectranthus bipartitus (also called two-parted plectranthus, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Lamiaceae family. It is native to Central and South America and is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests. It is an evergreen shrub with small, linear leaves and white flowers. It has a spreading or upright habit.

Uses & Benefits

Plectranthus bipartitus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for medicinal purposes, such as treating colds, fever, and digestive problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Plectranthus bipartitus has small, white, bell-shaped flowers with yellow centers. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Plectranthus bipartitus can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from new growth and planted in a well-draining soil mix. The plant should be kept in a warm, bright location and watered regularly.

Where to Find Plectranthus bipartitus

Plectranthus bipartitus can be found in the tropical rainforest of Southeast Asia.

Plectranthus bipartitus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Plectranthus bipartitus?

Plectranthus bipartitus

What is the common name of Plectranthus bipartitus?

Plectranthus bipartitus

Where is Plectranthus bipartitus found?

It is found in India, Nepal, and Bhutan.

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

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