Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Species:
purpuratus
ID:
276449

Status:
valid

Authors:
Harv.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1860

Citation Micro:
Thes. Cap. 1: 53 (1860)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000275781



Common Names

  • Purpuratus Plectranthus
  • Purpuratus Spurflower
  • Purpurat Spurflower


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Description

Plectranthus purpuratus (also called 'Purple Spurflower', among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South Africa. It has a woody base and grows to a height of up to 30 cm. Its leaves are ovate to lanceolate, and its flowers are purplish-blue in color. It is found in grassland and scrubland habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Plectranthus purpuratus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Plectranthus purpuratus sub. purpuratus
Plectranthus purpuratus sub. tongaensis van Jaarsv. & T.J.Edwards
Plectranthus purpuratus sub. montanus van Jaarsv. & T.J.Edwards

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: Plectranthus purpuratus has white to pale mauve flowers. Seed: The seeds of Plectranthus purpuratus are small and black. Seedlings: The seedlings of Plectranthus purpuratus are small and dark green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Plectranthus purpuratus 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 purpuratus

Plectranthus purpuratus is native to tropical Africa, from Ethiopia to South Africa

Plectranthus purpuratus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Plectranthus purpuratus?

Plectranthus purpuratus

What is the common name of Plectranthus purpuratus?

Purple Spurflower

Where is Plectranthus purpuratus native 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,

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