Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Species:
guerkei
ID:
276142

Status:
valid

Authors:
Briq.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1904

Citation Micro:
Annuaire Conserv. Jard. Bot. Genève 7-8: 323 (1904)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000275474



Common Names

  • Plectranthus gymnostomus
  • Smooth-tongued Spurflower
  • Smooth-tongued Plectranthus


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Synonyms

  • Hyptis baumii Gürke [unknown]
  • Hyptis quadrialata A.Chev. [unknown]
  • Neohyptis paniculata (Baker) J.K.Morton [unknown]
  • Geniosporum paniculatum debile Hiern [unknown]
  • Germanea guerkei Briq. [unknown]
  • Geniosporum borzianum Chiov. [unknown]
  • Geniosporum paniculatum Baker [unknown]

Description

Plectranthus guerkei (also called Guerke's Coleus, 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 guerkei 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

The flower of Plectranthus guerkei is a white or pale blue color and has a tubular shape. The seed is small and round with a black or dark brown color. The seedlings are small and thin with a light green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Plectranthus guerkei 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 guerkei

Plectranthus guerkei is native to South Africa and can be found in the wild in the Eastern Cape and KwaZulu-Natal.

Plectranthus guerkei FAQ

What is the scientific name of Plectranthus guerkei?

Plectranthus guerkei

What is the common name of Plectranthus guerkei?

Silver Spur Flower

Where is Plectranthus guerkei 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,

References