Status:
valid
Authors:
Wassh.
Source:
tro
Year:
1987
Citation Micro:
Opera Bot. 92: 275 (1987)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001045401
Common Names
- Poikilacanthus Harlingii
- Harling's Poikilacanthus
- Harling's Spotted Fan
Description
Poikilacanthus harlingii (also called Harling's poikilacanthus, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the tropical regions of South America. It grows in dry areas, such as grasslands, and has a shrubby habit, with stems up to 1.5 m tall. Its leaves are lanceolate, with a serrated margin, and its flowers are white or pinkish.
Uses & Benefits
Poikilacanthus harlingii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Poikilacanthus harlingii has white flowers with yellow centers, and its seeds are small and black. Its seedlings have oval-shaped leaves with a pointed tip.
Cultivation and Propagation
Poikilacanthus harlingii is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that is native to tropical America. It can be propagated from stem cuttings and should be grown in a sunny position in well-drained soil. It should be watered regularly and fertilized with a balanced fertilizer. Pruning should be done in late winter to encourage new growth.
Where to Find Poikilacanthus harlingii
Poikilacanthus harlingii is native to Colombia and Venezuela.
Species in the Poikilacanthus genus
Poikilacanthus bahiensis,
Poikilacanthus novogalicianus,
Poikilacanthus moritzianus,
Poikilacanthus macranthus,
Poikilacanthus humilis,
Poikilacanthus glandulosus,
Poikilacanthus skutchii,
Poikilacanthus capitatus,
Poikilacanthus pansamalanus,
Poikilacanthus harlingii,
Poikilacanthus tweedieanus,
Poikilacanthus pochutlensis,
Poikilacanthus foliosepalus,
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,