Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
cordata
ID:
1334523

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Nees) A.L.A.Côrtes

Source:
ipni

Year:
2016

Citation Micro:
Nordic J. Bot. 34: 526 (2016)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001346977

Common Names

  • Pachystachys Cordata
  • Shrimp Plant
  • Lollipop Plant

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Description

Pachystachys cordata (also called 'Cardinal's Guard', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Acanthaceae family. It is native to tropical regions of South America, and is found in wet, shady habitats. It has bright green, ovate leaves and produces clusters of white, yellow and red flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Pachystachys cordata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Pachystachys cordata has small white flowers with yellow centers and a single seed in the center. The seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves with a reddish tint.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pachystachys cordata is a perennial herb that can be propagated by division or seed. It prefers a sunny location and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It requires regular watering during the summer months and should be fertilized once a month.

Where to Find Pachystachys cordata

Pachystachys cordata is native to Peru and can be found in the Amazon rainforest.

Pachystachys cordata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pachystachys cordata?

Pachystachys cordata

What is the common name of Pachystachys cordata?

Heart-leaved Pachystachys

What is the natural habitat of Pachystachys cordata?

Mixed coniferous and broadleaf forests

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

Christian Gottfried Daniel Nees von Esenbeck (1776-1858): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Nees' in the authors string.
Ana Luiza A. Côrtes: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.L.A.Côrtes' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77158461-1: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.