Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Species:
mirabilis
ID:
276324

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Briq.) Launert

Source:
wcs

Year:
1968

Citation Micro:
Mitt. Bot. Staatssamml. München 7: 299 (1968)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000275656



Common Names

  • Mirabilis Plectranthus
  • Mirabilis Spurflower
  • Mirabilis False Coleus


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Synonyms

  • Ascocarydion mirabile (Briq.) G.Taylor [unknown]
  • Burnatastrum mirabile (Briq.) P.V.Heath [unknown]
  • Coleus leucophyllus Baker [unknown]
  • Coleus mirabilis Briq. [unknown]

Description

Plectranthus mirabilis (also called Marvellous Spurflower, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to India and Sri Lanka. It has a woody stem and leaves that are ovate-lanceolate to oblong-lanceolate in shape. It typically grows in tropical and subtropical regions in moist, shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Plectranthus mirabilis is used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties. It is also used as a ground cover and in borders. It has a pleasant aroma and is often used as an air freshener.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: Plectranthus mirabilis has white to purple flowers that grow in clusters. Seed: The seeds are small and round. Seedlings: The seedlings are small and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Plectranthus mirabilis is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or cuttings. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -10°C (14°F). It can be propagated by division in spring or by taking stem cuttings in summer.

Where to Find Plectranthus mirabilis

Plectranthus mirabilis can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of Africa.

Plectranthus mirabilis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Plectranthus mirabilis?

Plectranthus mirabilis

What type of plant is Plectranthus mirabilis?

Herbaceous perennial

What is the growth habit of Plectranthus mirabilis?

Upright, clump-forming

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-158311: Based on the initial data import
John Isaac Briquet (1870-1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Briq.' in the authors string.
Georg Oskar Edmund Launert (b.1926): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Launert' in the authors string.