Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Species:
saccatus
ID:
276477

Status:
valid

Authors:
Benth.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1838

Citation Micro:
Comm. Pl. Afr. Austr. : 227 (1838)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000275809



Common Names

  • Saccatus Plectranthus
  • Saccatus Spurflower
  • Saccat Spurflower


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Synonyms

  • Plectranthus saccatus saccatus [unknown]

Description

Plectranthus saccatus (also called 'Sac-like 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 white in color. It is found in grassland and scrubland habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Plectranthus saccatus 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 saccatus sub. saccatus
Plectranthus saccatus sub. pondoensis van Jaarsv. & Milstein
Plectranthus saccatus var. longitubus Codd

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Plectranthus saccatus is a white or pale pink color. The seed is small and round, and the seedlings are small, light green and have a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Plectranthus saccatus is a fast-growing, evergreen perennial that can reach up to 1.5m in height. It prefers well-drained soil and partial shade. Propagation is done by cuttings or division of the rootball. It can also be propagated from seed.

Where to Find Plectranthus saccatus

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

Plectranthus saccatus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Plectranthus saccatus?

Plectranthus saccatus

What is the common name of Plectranthus saccatus?

Sac-like Spurflower

Where is Plectranthus saccatus 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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-158465: Based on the initial data import
George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.