Status:
valid
Authors:
D.N.Gibson
Source:
tro
Year:
1972
Citation Micro:
Fieldiana, Bot. 34(6): 75 (1972)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001044119
Common Names
- Poikilacanthus skutchii
- Skutch's Poikilacanthus
- Skutch Poikilacanthus
Description
Poikilacanthus skutchii (also called 'Skutch's Poikilacanthus', among many other common names) is a shrub native to tropical regions of Central and South America. It has long, oval-shaped leaves with bright red bracts and white flowers. It grows in moist, shady areas.
Uses & Benefits
Poikilacanthus skutchii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a food source for livestock.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Poikilacanthus skutchii is a tubular shape with five petals, usually white or pink in color. The seed is a small, dark brown, flattened oval shape. The seedlings are small, with a single stem and two leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Poikilacanthus skutchii can be propagated through seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-drained soil, and cuttings should be taken in spring or summer. The plant prefers full sun to partial shade and should be watered regularly.
Where to Find Poikilacanthus skutchii
Poikilacanthus skutchii can be found in Mexico, Central America, and South America.
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,