Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
lofuensis
ID:
660813

Status:
valid

Authors:
(H.Lév.) J.R.I.Wood

Source:
cmp

Year:
1994

Citation Micro:
Edinburgh J. Bot. 51: 186 (1994)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000660145

Common Names

  • Echinacanthus lofuensis
  • Lofu Echinacanthus
  • Lofu Succulent

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Description

Echinacanthus lofuensis (also called Lofu Echinacanthus, among many other common names) is a small, perennial succulent plant with a solitary, globose stem up to 4 cm in diameter. It is native to China and grows in rocky hills and mountains.

Uses & Benefits

Echinacanthus lofuensis is a popular ornamental plant used in gardens and landscapes. It is also used for erosion control and as a ground cover in dry areas. It is drought tolerant and has a long flowering period.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Echinacanthus lofuensis has small, white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black and the seedlings are small and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Echinacanthus lofuensis is a succulent plant that can be grown from seed or from cuttings. It prefers a well-drained soil and full sun. Propagation is by seed or by cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and allowed to dry before planting.

Where to Find Echinacanthus lofuensis

Echinacanthus lofuensis is native to China.

Echinacanthus lofuensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Echinacanthus lofuensis?

Echinacanthus lofuensis

What are the common names of Echinacanthus lofuensis?

Lofu Echinacanthus

What is the natural habitat of Echinacanthus lofuensis?

Echinacanthus lofuensis is native to China

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

Augustin Abel Hector Léveillé (1864-1918): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Lév.' in the authors string.
John Richard Ironside Wood (b.1944): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.R.I.Wood' in the authors string.
Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.