Status:
valid
Authors:
Roxb.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1820
Citation Micro:
Fl. Ind. 1: 112 (1820)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000670631
Common Names
- Shrubby Eranthemum
- Glorious Eranthemum
- Purple Daisy
Description
Eranthemum suffruticosum (also called 'Shrubby Eranthemum', among many other common names) is a shrub native to India and Southeast Asia. It has small, bell-shaped flowers that range in color from blue to white, and its leaves are small and oval-shaped. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as in disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Eranthemum suffruticosum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating skin diseases and wounds.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Eranthemum suffruticosum is a white to pale pink, tubular flower with five petals. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are small, with oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Eranthemum suffruticosum is a shrubby perennial plant that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It is best propagated by cuttings, which should be taken in late spring or early summer. The cuttings should be placed in a well-drained soil and kept moist until they have rooted. Once established, the plant requires minimal care and can tolerate some drought.
Where to Find Eranthemum suffruticosum
Eranthemum suffruticosum is found in India and Nepal.
Eranthemum suffruticosum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Eranthemum suffruticosum?
Eranthemum suffruticosum
What type of plant is Eranthemum suffruticosum?
Herbaceous perennial
What is the natural habitat of Eranthemum suffruticosum?
Tropical and subtropical forests
Species in the Eranthemum genus
Eranthemum austrosinense,
Eranthemum burmanicum,
Eranthemum capense,
Eranthemum ciliatum,
Eranthemum erythrochilum,
Eranthemum griffithii,
Eranthemum macrophyllum,
Eranthemum macrostachys,
Eranthemum obovatum,
Eranthemum pulchellum,
Eranthemum purpurascens,
Eranthemum roseum,
Eranthemum splendens,
Eranthemum strictum,
Eranthemum suffruticosum,
Eranthemum sumatranum,
Eranthemum tetragonum,
Eranthemum tubiflorum,
Eranthemum viscidum,
Eranthemum wardii,
Eranthemum wattii,
Eranthemum pubescens,
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,