Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
nutans
ID:
612563

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Burm.f.) Lindau

Source:
cmp

Year:
1893

Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 18: 63 (1893)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000611895

Common Names

  • Clinacanthus nutans
  • Nodding Clinacanthus
  • Nutans Clinacanthus

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Synonyms

  • Clinacanthus burmanni robinsonii Benoist [unknown]
  • Clinacanthus nutans robinsonii Benoist [unknown]

Description

Clinacanthus nutans (also called Nodding Clinacanthus, among many other common names) is an herbaceous plant native to Southeast Asia. It has a basal rosette of leaves which are lanceolate in shape and have a toothed margin. The flowers are yellow and have a short corolla tube. It grows in wet meadows, marshes, and swamps.

Uses & Benefits

Clinacanthus nutans is an ornamental plant, used in gardens and parks for its attractive flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antispasmodic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Clinacanthus nutans is a small, white flower with five petals. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small, slender, and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Clinacanthus nutans is a shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to 0°F (-18°C). It can be pruned to maintain a desired shape and size.

Where to Find Clinacanthus nutans

Clinacanthus nutans can be found in Southeast Asia.

Clinacanthus nutans FAQ

What is the scientific name of Clinacanthus nutans?

Clinacanthus nutans

What is the natural habitat of Clinacanthus nutans?

Tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests

What is the flowering season of Clinacanthus nutans?

Spring and summer

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

Nicolaas Laurens Burman (1733-1793): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Burm.f.' in the authors string.
Gustav Lindau (1866-1923): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lindau' in the authors string.
Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.