Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
strongyloides
ID:
1306111

Status:
valid

Authors:
Indriunas & Kameyama

Source:
Flora do Brasil 2020 (JBRJ)

Year:
2012

Citation Micro:
Syst. Bot. 37: 1020 (2012)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001318565

Common Names

  • Herpetacanthus strongyloides
  • Strongyloides Herpetacanthus
  • Herpetacanthus Herpetacanthus

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Description

Herpetacanthus strongyloides (also called Strongyloides Herpetacanthus, among many other common names) is a small, succulent plant native to South America. It has thick, fleshy leaves and produces small, yellow flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Herpetacanthus strongyloides is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments such as fever, headache, and stomachache.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Herpetacanthus strongyloides is small and yellow, with a white center. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are small and light green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Herpetacanthus strongyloides is a terrestrial orchid native to South America. It prefers a well-draining soil mix and should be kept moist but not wet. It prefers partial shade and temperatures between 65-85°F. Propagation is done by division of the rhizomes.

Where to Find Herpetacanthus strongyloides

Herpetacanthus strongyloides is found in the Atlantic rainforest of Brazil.

Herpetacanthus strongyloides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Herpetacanthus strongyloides?

Herpetacanthus strongyloides

What type of plant is Herpetacanthus strongyloides?

Herpetacanthus strongyloides is a species of flowering plant in the family Acanthaceae.

Where is Herpetacanthus strongyloides found?

Herpetacanthus strongyloides is found in Brazil.

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

Cíntia Kameyama (b.1965): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kameyama' in the authors string.
Alexandre Indriunas: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Indriunas' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77127618-1: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.