Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
rupestris
ID:
603670

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Nees) Govaerts

Source:
cmp

Year:
1999

Citation Micro:
World Checkl. Seed Pl. 3(1): 14 (1999)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000603002

Common Names

  • Chlamydacanthus rupestris
  • Rupestris Chlamydacanthus
  • Chlamydacanthus Rupestris

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Description

Chlamydacanthus rupestris (also called Rock Chlamydacanthus, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Acanthaceae. It is a small shrub, growing up to 1 m tall. It is native to Southeast Asia, from India to New Guinea, and is found in lowland and hill forests, up to 1,000 m altitude.

Uses & Benefits

Chlamydacanthus rupestris is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and homes. It is also known for its medicinal properties and can be used to treat various ailments such as fever, cough, and cold.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Chlamydacanthus rupestris is a small, white, bell-shaped flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, oval-shaped seedlings.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Chlamydacanthus rupestris is a small, evergreen shrub that grows up to 1 m in height. It is native to South Africa and is found in moist, open grassland and forest margins. It is best grown in full sun to partial shade in well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings.

Where to Find Chlamydacanthus rupestris

Chlamydacanthus rupestris is native to Brazil and can be found in the states of Minas Gerais and São Paulo.

Chlamydacanthus rupestris FAQ

What is the natural habitat of Chlamydacanthus rupestris?

Chlamydacanthus rupestris is found in tropical rainforests, from India to the Philippines.

What is the average size of Chlamydacanthus rupestris?

Chlamydacanthus rupestris typically grows to a height of 5-10 meters.

What is the leaf shape of Chlamydacanthus rupestris?

Chlamydacanthus rupestris has lanceolate-shaped leaves.

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

Christian Gottfried Daniel Nees von Esenbeck (1776-1858): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Nees' in the authors string.
Rafaël Govaerts (b.1968): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Govaerts' in the authors string.
Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.