Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Species:
hijazensis
ID:
1333859

Status:
valid

Authors:
Abdel Khalik

Source:
ipni

Year:
2016

Citation Micro:
Turkish J. Bot. 40: 507 (2016)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001346313





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Description

Plectranthus hijazensis (also called Hijaz Plectranthus, among many other common names) is a perennial herb species native to the Middle East. It has a creeping habit and can reach up to 15 cm in height. The leaves are heart-shaped and have a serrated margin. It is found in humid forests and woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Plectranthus hijazensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional Chinese medicine for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Plectranthus hijazensis has small, white flowers with yellow-green stripes. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small, green and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cultivation and propagation of Plectranthus hijazensis is best done from seed. The seed should be sown in a well-draining medium and kept moist. The seedlings should be kept in a warm, humid environment and should be protected from direct sunlight. Propagation can also be done through cuttings or division of the rhizomes.

Where to Find Plectranthus hijazensis

Plectranthus hijazensis is native to Saudi Arabia.

Plectranthus hijazensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Plectranthus hijazensis?

Plectranthus hijazensis

What is the common name of Plectranthus hijazensis?

Hijaz plectranthus

Where does Plectranthus hijazensis grow?

It is native to the Arabian Peninsula

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

Kadry Nabeh El Sayed Abdel Khalik (b.1969): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Abdel Khalik' in the authors string.