Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
imbricata
ID:
393805

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Forssk.) Sweet

Source:
cmp

Year:
1826

Citation Micro:
Hort. Brit. : 327 (1826)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000393137

Common Names

  • Imbricate Phaulopsis
  • Imbricate Phaulopsis Tree
  • Imbricate Phaulopsis Bush

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Synonyms

  • Aetheilema anisophyllum R.Br. [unknown]
  • Aetheilema imbricatum R.Br. [invalid]
  • Micranthus oppositifolius longifolius Benoist [unknown]
  • Aetheilema imbricatum (Forssk.) Spreng. [unknown]

Description

Phaulopsis imbricata (also called 'Imbricate Lace-flower' and 'Imbricate Lace Bush', among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree with a rounded crown and a smooth, grey bark. It is native to tropical Africa and is found in woodlands, savannas, and along riverbanks. It has large, glossy, dark green leaves and produces white, bell-shaped flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Phaulopsis imbricata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant in traditional medicine.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Phaulopsis imbricata sub. poggei (Lindau) Mankt.
Phaulopsis imbricata sub. madagascariensis Mankt.
Phaulopsis imbricata sub. imbricata

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Phaulopsis imbricata is white and bell-shaped. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Phaulopsis imbricata is a perennial shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun. It can be grown in containers or in the ground and should be watered regularly. The plant can be pruned to encourage new growth and should be fertilized every few months.

Where to Find Phaulopsis imbricata

Phaulopsis imbricata can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar.

Phaulopsis imbricata FAQ

What are the common names of Phaulopsis imbricata?

Imbricate Phaulopsis

What is the native range of Phaulopsis imbricata?

India

What type of soil does Phaulopsis imbricata prefer?

Well-drained, sandy soil

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

Robert Sweet (1783-1835): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sweet' in the authors string.
Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.