Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Species:
xylopodus
ID:
276614

Status:
valid

Authors:
Lukhoba & A.J.Paton

Source:
wcs

Year:
2000

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 55: 960 (2000)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000275946



Common Names

  • Xylopodus Plectranthus
  • Xylopodus Spur Flower
  • Xylopodus' Plectranthus


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Synonyms

  • Ocimum cinereum R.Br. [unknown]

Description

Plectranthus xylopodus (also called Xylopod Spurflower, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South Africa. It has a velvety texture to its leaves and grows in moist, shady areas.

Uses & Benefits

Plectranthus xylopodus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower of Plectranthus xylopodus is a white or pale lilac, tubular, 2-lipped corolla, with a long spur and a hairy calyx. The seed is small, round and brown. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of opposite leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Plectranthus xylopodus is a fast-growing, evergreen perennial that can reach up to 1m 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 xylopodus

Plectranthus xylopodus can be found in tropical Africa, from Senegal to Ethiopia and south to Angola.

Plectranthus xylopodus FAQ

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Woody Plectranthus

What are the best growing conditions for Plectranthus xylopodus?

Plectranthus xylopodus prefers moist, well-drained soil and partial shade.

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-158603: Based on the initial data import
Alan James Paton (b.1963): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.J.Paton' in the authors string.
Catherine W. Lukhoba: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lukhoba' in the authors string.