Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
macranthus
ID:
394124

Status:
valid

Authors:
Lindau

Source:
cmp

Year:
1895

Citation Micro:
Bull. Herb. Boissier 3: 481 (1895)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000393456

Common Names

  • Large-Spiked Poikilacanthus
  • Large-Spiked False Foxglove
  • False Foxglove

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Synonyms

  • Poikilacanthus setiferus Standl. & Steyerm. [unknown]

Description

Poikilacanthus macranthus (also called Large-flowered poikilacanthus, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Acanthaceae. It is native to Brazil. It is an evergreen shrub, growing in rocky and sandy soils.

Uses & Benefits

Poikilacanthus macranthus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of fuel wood.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Poikilacanthus macranthus has yellow flowers with 4-5 petals. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Poikilacanthus macranthus is a tropical evergreen shrub that can be grown in full sun to partial shade. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and can tolerate dry conditions. Propagation is usually done by cuttings or by division of the root system.

Where to Find Poikilacanthus macranthus

Poikilacanthus macranthus is found in tropical regions of Africa, Asia, and the Pacific Islands.

Poikilacanthus macranthus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Poikilacanthus macranthus?

Poikilacanthus macranthus

What is the common name of Poikilacanthus macranthus?

Large-flowered poikilacanthus

What is the native range of Poikilacanthus macranthus?

India, Sri Lanka, and Southeast Asia

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

Gustav Lindau (1866-1923): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lindau' in the authors string.
Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.