Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
glaberrimum
ID:
1045677

Status:
valid

Authors:
(M.E.Jones) V.M.Baum

Source:
tro

Year:
1982

Citation Micro:
Brittonia 34(4): 427. 1982

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001045015

Common Names

  • Odontonema Glaberrimum
  • Glaberrimum Odontonema
  • Odontonema

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Description

Odontonema glaberrimum (also called Smooth Odontonema, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Acanthaceae family. It is native to tropical regions of Central and South America. It typically grows in moist, shady habitats such as rainforests and cloud forests.

Uses & Benefits

Odontonema glaberrimum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating fever, headaches, and stomach aches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Odontonema glaberrimum has white flowers with a yellow center and a purple throat. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings have narrow, lance-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Odontonema glaberrimum is a tropical evergreen shrub that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It can be propagated by cuttings or by seed. Cuttings should be taken from the current season's growth and planted in moist, well-draining soil. Seeds should be sown in a warm, moist environment and kept at a temperature of 70-80°F. Once the seedlings have germinated, they should be transplanted to individual pots and grown in a bright, humid environment.

Where to Find Odontonema glaberrimum

Odontonema glaberrimum is native to Mexico and Central America.

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

Marcus E. Jones (1852-1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.E.Jones' in the authors string.
Vicki M. Baum: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'V.M.Baum' in the authors string.
Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.