Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Species:
gracillimus
ID:
276129

Status:
valid

Authors:
(T.C.E.Fr.) T.C.E.Fr.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1926

Citation Micro:
Bull. Misc. Inform. Kew 1926: 481 (1926)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000275461



Common Names

  • Plectranthus gracillimus
  • Most Graceful Plectranthus
  • Most Graceful Plectranthus


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Synonyms

  • Plectranthus schlechteri Hutch. & Dandy [unknown]
  • Plectranthus tenuis Hutch. & Dandy [unknown]
  • Coleus diffusus Robyns & Lebrun [unknown]
  • Coleus gracillimus Robyns & Lebrun [unknown]
  • Coleus schlechteri Robyns & Lebrun [unknown]
  • Englerastrum diffusum Alston [unknown]
  • Englerastrum gracillimum T.C.E.Fr. [unknown]
  • Englerastrum schlechteri T.C.E.Fr. [unknown]

Description

Plectranthus gracillimus (also called Very Slender 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 gracillimus 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 gracillimus 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 gracillimus can be propagated by stem cuttings or division. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to 0°C (32°F). It can be propagated by stem cuttings or division.

Where to Find Plectranthus gracillimus

Plectranthus gracillimus is native to South Africa.

Plectranthus gracillimus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Plectranthus gracillimus?

Plectranthus gracillimus

What is the common name of Plectranthus gracillimus?

Silver Spur Flower

Where is Plectranthus gracillimus native to?

Tropical 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,

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