Borneacanthus grandifolius - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
grandifolius
ID:
569700
Status:
valid
Authors:
Bremek.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1960
Citation Micro:
Blumea 10: 157 (1960)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000569032
Common Names
- Borneacanthus grandifolius
- Grandifolius Borneacanthus
- Borneacanthus grandifolius
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Borneacanthus grandifolius (also called Large-leaved Borneacanthus, among many other common names) is an aquatic plant species of the family Hydrocharitaceae. It is native to South America and can be found in shallow, still water bodies. It has small, white flowers and large, broad leaves.
Uses & Benefits
Borneacanthus grandifolius is used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a windbreak.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Borneacanthus grandifolius are small, white, and star-shaped. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings are thin and wiry.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Borneacanthus grandifolius is a perennial, herbaceous plant that can be propagated by division or seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can tolerate some drought and is hardy to USDA Zone 6.
Where to Find Borneacanthus grandifolius
Borneacanthus grandifolius is native to tropical South America, from Colombia to Bolivia.
Borneacanthus grandifolius FAQ
What is the scientific name of Borneacanthus grandifolius?
Borneacanthus grandifolius
What is the common name of Borneacanthus grandifolius?
Large-leaved Borneacanthus
What is the natural habitat of Borneacanthus grandifolius?
Dry open woodlands, grasslands, and scrublands
Species in the Borneacanthus genus
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
Cornelis Eliza Bertus Bremekamp (1888-1984): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bremek.' in the authors string.
Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.