Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Species:
leptophyllus
ID:
914936

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Baker) A.J.Paton

Source:
wcs

Year:
2009

Citation Micro:
Fl. Trop. E. Africa , Lamiac.: 284 (2009)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000914271



Common Names

  • Plectranthus leptophyllus
  • Leptophyllus Plectranthus
  • Plectranthus Leptophyllus


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Description

Plectranthus leptophyllus (also called 'Leptophyllus Plectranthus', among many other common names) is a herbaceous perennial plant native to the tropical regions of Asia. It grows in moist, shady areas and has long, narrow leaves that are green in color and have a pointed tip.

Uses & Benefits

Plectranthus leptophyllus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat digestive problems, skin infections, and fever.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Plectranthus leptophyllus is a white or pale blue color, with a yellow center. The seed is small and round, with a brownish-black color. The seedlings are small and thin, with a light green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Plectranthus leptophyllus is a perennial herb that can be propagated from stem cuttings. Cuttings should be taken from healthy plants and placed in a moist, well-draining soil mix. The cuttings should be kept in a warm, humid environment until they have rooted. Once rooted, the plants can be transplanted into individual containers and grown in a sunny location.

Where to Find Plectranthus leptophyllus

Plectranthus leptophyllus is native to the tropical regions of Africa, Madagascar, and 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

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-459233: Based on the initial data import
John Gilbert Baker (1834-1920): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Baker' in the authors string.
Alan James Paton (b.1963): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.J.Paton' in the authors string.