Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
euopla
ID:
540754

Status:
valid

Authors:
Leonard

Source:
cmp

Year:
1953

Citation Micro:
Contr. U.S. Natl. Herb. 31: 138 (1953)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000540086

Common Names

  • Aphelandra euopla
  • Euopla Aphelandra
  • Euopla Aphelandra Plant

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Description

Aphelandra euopla (also called Euopla Aphelandra, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Acanthaceae family. It is native to Central and South America, and is found in wet forests and along riverbanks. It is a perennial herb that grows up to 1 m tall, with long, lance-shaped leaves and yellow and white striped flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Aphelandra euopla is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used to make herbal teas and as a natural dye.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Aphelandra euopla has white flowers with yellow stripes and long, thin seed pods. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have thin stems and leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Aphelandra euopla is a tropical evergreen shrub that is native to Central and South America. It is a relatively easy plant to cultivate and propagate. It prefers warm temperatures and high humidity. It should be grown in an open, well-drained potting mix with plenty of organic matter. It should be kept moist but not wet. It can be propagated by cuttings or by seed. The seeds should be sown on a moist, well-drained medium and kept in a warm, humid environment.

Where to Find Aphelandra euopla

Aphelandra euopla can be found in tropical regions of South America, including Brazil, Colombia, and Peru.

Aphelandra euopla FAQ

What is the common name of Aphelandra euopla?

Euopla Aphelandra

What is the native range of Aphelandra euopla?

Brazil

What type of soil is best for Aphelandra euopla?

Well-draining, acidic soil

Species in the Aphelandra genus

Aphelandra encarnacionii, Aphelandra gigantea, Aphelandra longiflora, Aphelandra schottiana, Aphelandra acanthifolia, Aphelandra acanthus, Aphelandra acrensis, Aphelandra albert-smithii, Aphelandra albinotata, Aphelandra alexandri, Aphelandra amelata, Aphelandra anderssonii, Aphelandra antioquiensis, Aphelandra arisema, Aphelandra aristei, Aphelandra arnoldii, Aphelandra attenuata, Aphelandra aurantiaca, Aphelandra azuayensis, Aphelandra bahiensis, Aphelandra barkleyi, Aphelandra benoistii, Aphelandra blanchetiana, Aphelandra blandii, Aphelandra botanodes, Aphelandra boyacensis, Aphelandra bradeana, Aphelandra campanensis, Aphelandra campii, Aphelandra caput-medusae, Aphelandra castanifolia, Aphelandra chamissoniana, Aphelandra chaponensis, Aphelandra chrysantha, Aphelandra cinnabarina, Aphelandra cirsioides, Aphelandra claussenii, Aphelandra colombiensis, Aphelandra colorata, Aphelandra conformis, Aphelandra crenata, Aphelandra crispata, Aphelandra cuatrecasasii, Aphelandra cuscoensis, Aphelandra darienensis, Aphelandra dasyantha, Aphelandra decorata, Aphelandra diachyla, Aphelandra dielsii, Aphelandra diffusa,

Species in the Acanthaceae family

Acanthopale macrocarpa, Acanthopale confertiflora, Acanthopale decempedalis, Acanthopale laxiflora, Acanthopale madagascariensis, Acanthopale pubescens, Acanthopale aethiogermanica, Acanthopale breviceps, Acanthopale cuneifolia, Acanthopale ramiflora, Acanthopale perrieri, Acanthopale humblotii, Acanthopsis carduifolia, Acanthopsis disperma, Acanthopsis glauca, Acanthopsis hoffmannseggiana, Acanthopsis horrida, Acanthopsis scullyi, Acanthopsis spathularis, Acanthopsis disperma, Acanthopsis tuba, Acanthopsis ludoviciana, Acanthopsis adamanticola, Acanthopsis dispermoides, Acanthopsis erosa, Acanthopsis dregeana, Acanthopsis tetragona, Acanthopsis glandulopalmata, Acanthopsis insueta, Acanthopsis nitida, Acanthopsis pagodiformis, Acanthopsis glabra, Acanthopsis villosa, Acanthus austromontanus, Acanthus greuterianus, Acanthus kulalensis, Acanthus arboreus, Acanthus carduaceus, Acanthus caroli-alexandri, Acanthus caudatus, Acanthus dioscoridis, Acanthus ebracteatus, Acanthus eminens, Acanthus flexicaulis, Acanthus gaed, Acanthus guineensis, Acanthus hirsutus, Acanthus hungaricus, Acanthus ilicifolius, Acanthus latisepalus,

References

Emery Clarence Leonard (1892-1968): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Leonard' in the authors string.
Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.