Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
viscidum
ID:
671327

Status:
valid

Authors:
Blume

Source:
cmp

Year:
1826

Citation Micro:
Bijdr. Fl. Ned. Ind. : 793 (1826)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000670659

Common Names

  • Eranthemum viscidum
  • Viscid Eranthemum
  • Sticky Sage

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Description

Eranthemum viscidum (also called 'Viscid 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 viscidum 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 flowers of Eranthemum viscidum are white, tubular, and have four petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Eranthemum viscidum is a perennial herbaceous plant that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It is best propagated by seed, which should be sown in spring or early summer. The seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil and kept moist until germination occurs. Once established, the plant requires minimal care and can tolerate some drought.

Where to Find Eranthemum viscidum

Eranthemum viscidum is native to India and is found in moist, shady forests.

Eranthemum viscidum FAQ

What is the common name of Eranthemum viscidum?

Sticky Eranthemum

What is the scientific name of Sticky Eranthemum?

Eranthemum viscidum

What is the natural habitat of Eranthemum viscidum?

It is native to India and Sri Lanka

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

Carl Ludwig Blume (1796-1862): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Blume' in the authors string.
Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.