Status:
valid
Authors:
(T.Anderson) C.B.Clarke
Source:
tro
Year:
1899
Citation Micro:
Fl. Trop. Afr. 5: 110 (1899)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001285454
Common Names
- Sclerochiton kirkii
- Kirkii Sclerochiton
- Kirkii Plant
Description
Sclerochiton kirkii (also called Kirk's Sclerochiton, among many other common names) is an evergreen perennial herb with a shrubby habit. It is native to India, Sri Lanka, and the Andaman Islands. It grows in moist, shady places, often near streams and rivers.
Uses & Benefits
Sclerochiton kirkii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for medicinal purposes and as a source of food for wildlife.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Sclerochiton kirkii is white and bell-shaped, with a yellow center. The seed is small and round, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.
Cultivation and Propagation
Sclerochiton kirkii is a perennial herb that can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers moist soil and partial shade. It can be grown in a variety of soils, but prefers well-drained, sandy loam. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -4°C (25°F). It can be propagated by seed or division.
Where to Find Sclerochiton kirkii
Sclerochiton kirkii is found in Africa, particularly in Kenya, Tanzania, and Uganda.
Sclerochiton kirkii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Sclerochiton kirkii?
Sclerochiton kirkii
What is the common name of Sclerochiton kirkii?
Kirkii Sclerochiton
What is the natural habitat of Sclerochiton kirkii?
It is found in tropical and subtropical regions of Central and South America
Species in the Sclerochiton genus
Sclerochiton nitidus,
Sclerochiton vogelii,
Sclerochiton bequaertii,
Sclerochiton apiculatus,
Sclerochiton hirsutus,
Sclerochiton caeruleus,
Sclerochiton harveyanus,
Sclerochiton ilicifolius,
Sclerochiton odoratissimus,
Sclerochiton triacanthus,
Sclerochiton obtusisepalus,
Sclerochiton boivinii,
Sclerochiton preussii,
Sclerochiton glandulosissimus,
Sclerochiton tanzaniensis,
Sclerochiton uluguruensis,
Sclerochiton kirkii,
Sclerochiton insignis,
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,