Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
grandiflorus
ID:
402330

Status:
valid

Authors:
Dunn

Source:
ksu

Year:
1920

Citation Micro:
Bull. Misc. Inform. Kew 1920: 135 (1920)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000401662

Common Names

  • Rhinacanthus grandiflorus
  • Grandiflorus Rhinacanthus
  • Large-Flowered Rhinacanthus

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Description

Rhinacanthus grandiflorus (also called Grandiflorous Rhinacanthus, among many other common names) is a shrub native to tropical Africa and found in dry, rocky habitats. It has long, narrow leaves and small white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Rhinacanthus grandiflorus is used in traditional medicine for treating fever, headache, and stomachache. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Rhinacanthus grandiflorus is a white or yellow star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Rhinacanthus grandiflorus can be propagated by seed or stem cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Stem cuttings should be taken from healthy plants and placed in a moist soil mix. Both methods should be done in a warm, humid environment with plenty of light.

Where to Find Rhinacanthus grandiflorus

Rhinacanthus grandiflorus can be found in tropical rainforests in Southeast Asia, primarily in Thailand, Malaysia, and Indonesia.

Rhinacanthus grandiflorus FAQ

What is the natural habitat of Rhinacanthus grandiflorus?

Rhinacanthus grandiflorus is native to tropical Africa.

What is the size of Rhinacanthus grandiflorus?

Rhinacanthus grandiflorus can reach a height of up to 1.5 meters.

What is the flowering period of Rhinacanthus grandiflorus?

Rhinacanthus grandiflorus flowers from April to August.

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,

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