Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Species:
saxicola
ID:
276243

Status:
valid

Authors:
B.J.Pollard & A.J.Paton

Source:
wcs

Year:
2006

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 61: 229 (2006)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000275575



Common Names

  • Saxicola Plectranthus
  • Saxicola Spurflower
  • Saxicola False Coleus


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Synonyms

  • Solenostemon graniticola A.Chev. [unknown]
  • Solenostemon monostachyus graniticola (A.Chev.) Brenan [unknown]

Description

Plectranthus saxicola (also called Rock 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 rocky, dry habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Plectranthus saxicola is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Plectranthus saxicola is white or pink in color and has a tubular shape. The seed is small and round with a black or dark brown color. The seedlings are small and thin with a light green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cultivation and propagation of Plectranthus saxicola: This plant is easy to grow and propagate. It can be propagated from stem cuttings or by division. It prefers a well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It can also be grown in containers.

Where to Find Plectranthus saxicola

Plectranthus saxicola can be found in the tropical and subtropical regions of Africa and Madagascar.

Plectranthus saxicola FAQ

What is the scientific name of Plectranthus saxicola?

Plectranthus saxicola

What is the common name of Plectranthus saxicola?

Rock-Loving Plectranthus

What is the natural habitat of Plectranthus saxicola?

Dry rocky slopes in Namibia and 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-158233: Based on the initial data import
Alan James Paton (b.1963): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.J.Paton' in the authors string.
Benedict John Pollard (b.1972): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.J.Pollard' in the authors string.