Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
ridleyi
ID:
691634

Status:
valid

Authors:
C.B.Clarke

Source:
cmp

Year:
1908

Citation Micro:
J. Asiat. Soc. Bengal, Pt. 2, Nat. Hist. 74: 671 (1908)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000690967

Common Names

  • Filetia Ridleyi
  • Ridleyi Fig
  • Ridley's Fig

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Description

Filetia ridleyi (also called Ridley's Filetia, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Africa. It grows in moist woods and thickets, and can reach heights of up to 1 meter.

Uses & Benefits

Filetia ridleyi is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover in shady areas. It is also used to provide food and shelter for wildlife.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Filetia ridleyi are small and white, and the seeds are small and round. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Filetia ridleyi can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained medium and kept moist. Division can be done in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Filetia ridleyi

Filetia ridleyi is native to Southeast Asia, including Thailand, Malaysia, and Indonesia.

Filetia ridleyi FAQ

What is the scientific name of Filetia ridleyi?

Filetia ridleyi

What is the family of Filetia ridleyi?

Metanartheciaceae

Where is Filetia ridleyi found?

Taiwan

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

Charles Baron Clarke (1832-1906): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.B.Clarke' in the authors string.
Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.