Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Species:
fruticosus
ID:
276103

Status:
valid

Authors:
L'Hér.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1788

Citation Micro:
Stirp. Nov. : 85 (1788)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000275435



Common Names

  • Shrubby Plectranthus
  • Shrubby Spur Flower
  • Shrubby Spur Flower Plectranthus


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Synonyms

  • Plectranthus arthropodus Briq. [unknown]
  • Plectranthus behrii Compton [unknown]
  • Plectranthus charianthus Briq. [unknown]
  • Plectranthus galpinii Schltr. [unknown]
  • Plectranthus peglerae T.Cooke [unknown]
  • Plectranthus urticifolius (Lam.) Salisb. [unknown]
  • Germanea urticifolia Lam. [unknown]

Description

Plectranthus fruticosus (also called Shrubby Spurflower, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to India. It has ovate leaves and white flowers. It is found in tropical and subtropical regions and grows in moist, shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Plectranthus fruticosus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant, and is also used medicinally to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Plectranthus fruticosus has white or pink flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Plectranthus fruticosus can be propagated by stem cuttings or division. It is best grown in a well-drained soil in a sunny or partially shaded position. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frost.

Where to Find Plectranthus fruticosus

Plectranthus fruticosus is native to South Africa.

Plectranthus fruticosus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Plectranthus fruticosus?

Plectranthus fruticosus

What is the common name of Plectranthus fruticosus?

Shrubby Spurflower

What is the natural habitat of Plectranthus fruticosus?

It is native to South Africa and grows in rocky areas

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,