Status:
valid
Authors:
Hook.
Source:
tro
Year:
1851
Citation Micro:
Hooker's Icon. Pl. 9: t. 821 (1851)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001264539
Common Names
- Physorhynchus Brahuicus
- Brahuicus
- Brahuicus Plant
Description
Physorhynchus brahuicus (also called Brahui physorhynchus, among many other common names) is a species of shrub in the Acanthaceae family. It is native to Asia, specifically India, Pakistan and Afghanistan. It typically grows in dry, arid areas, such as in deserts and on rocky hillsides.
Uses & Benefits
Physorhynchus brahuicus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments such as fever, headache, and stomachache.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Physorhynchus brahuicus is a small, white, fragrant flower. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Physorhynchus brahuicus is a shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems and rooted in a moist, sandy soil mix. The plant should be grown in full sun to partial shade and watered regularly.
Where to Find Physorhynchus brahuicus
Physorhynchus brahuicus is found in the Middle East, Central Asia, and South Asia.
Physorhynchus brahuicus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Physorhynchus brahuicus?
Physorhynchus brahuicus
What is the common name of Physorhynchus brahuicus?
Brahui Physorhynchus
Where is Physorhynchus brahuicus found?
It is found in Pakistan and Afghanistan
Species in the Physorhynchus genus
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Aethionema cordatum,
Aethionema coridifolium,
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Aethionema diastrophis,
Aethionema dumanii,
Aethionema edentulum,
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Aethionema froedinii,
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Aethionema grandiflorum,
Aethionema heterocarpum,
Aethionema heterophyllum,
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Aethionema karamanicum,
Aethionema lepidioides,
Aethionema levandowskyi,
Aethionema lycium,
Aethionema marashicum,
Aethionema membranaceum,
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Aethionema saxatile,
Aethionema schistosum,
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Aethionema speciosum,
Aethionema spicatum,
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Aethionema subulatum,
Aethionema syriacum,
Aethionema thesiifolium,
Aethionema thomasianum,
Aethionema transhyrcanum,
Aethionema turcicum,
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