Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Species:
sanguineus
ID:
276486

Status:
valid

Authors:
Britten

Source:
wcs

Year:
1894

Citation Micro:
Trans. Linn. Soc. London, Bot. 4: 36 (1894)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000275818



Common Names

  • Swedish Ivy
  • Bloody Spur Flower
  • Bloody Geranium


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Description

Plectranthus sanguineus (also called 'Blood 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 reddish-purple in color. It is found in grassland and scrubland habitats.

Uses & Benefits

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

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Plectranthus sanguineus 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 sanguineus is a perennial herbaceous plant that grows best in full sun or partial shade. It is tolerant of a wide range of soil types, but prefers well-drained soils. Propagation is best done by seed or division of the clumps. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer and germinated at a temperature of 18-20°C. Division of the clumps should be done in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Plectranthus sanguineus

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

Plectranthus sanguineus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Plectranthus sanguineus?

Plectranthus sanguineus

What is the common name of Plectranthus sanguineus?

Blood-red Spurflower

Where is Plectranthus sanguineus 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-158475: Based on the initial data import
James Britten (1846-1924): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Britten' in the authors string.