Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Species:
lanceolatus
ID:
276226

Status:
valid

Authors:
Bojer ex Benth.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1832

Citation Micro:
Labiat. Gen. Spec. : 40 (1832)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000275558



Common Names

  • Lanceolate Plectranthus
  • Lanceolate Spurflower
  • Lanceolate False Coleus


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Synonyms

  • Plectranthus burnatii Briq. [unknown]
  • Plectranthus lavanduloides Baker [unknown]
  • Burnatastrum lanceolatum Briq. [unknown]
  • Burnatastrum lavanduloides Briq. [unknown]

Description

Plectranthus lanceolatus (also called Lance-leaved Spurflower, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South Africa. It has a spreading habit with small, lance-shaped leaves and white flowers with purple spots. It typically grows in moist, shady places in grassland and forest margins.

Uses & Benefits

Plectranthus lanceolatus is used as an ornamental plant and has medicinal properties. It is used to treat fever, headaches, and stomach problems. It is also used to make perfumes, soaps, and lotions.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Plectranthus lanceolatus is white or pink in 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

Cultivation and propagation of Plectranthus lanceolatus: This plant is easy to grow and propagate. It can be propagated from stem cuttings or by division. It prefers a well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It can also be grown in containers.

Where to Find Plectranthus lanceolatus

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

Plectranthus lanceolatus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Plectranthus lanceolatus?

Plectranthus lanceolatus

What is the common name of Plectranthus lanceolatus?

Lance-leaved Spurflower

What is the natural habitat of Plectranthus lanceolatus?

It is native to tropical Africa, from Ethiopia to South 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

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-158217: Based on the initial data import
George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
Wenceslas Bojer (1795-1856): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bojer' in the authors string.