Status:
valid
Authors:
(Baker) Hua & Briq. ex Briq.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1900
Citation Micro:
Nat. Pflanzenfam. , Nachtr. 2: 68 (1900)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000838688
Common Names
- Subacaulis Plant
- Subacaulis's Plant
- Subacaulis Plant
Description
Aeollanthus subacaulis (also called Subacaulis aeollanthus, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub with a dense, rounded habit and small, ovate leaves. It is native to tropical Africa and is found in the understory of moist, lowland forests.
Uses & Benefits
Aeollanthus subacaulis is a popular houseplant that is known for its air purifying properties. It is also used as a decorative plant in homes and offices.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Aeollanthus subacaulis var. ericoides (De Wild.) Ryding
Aeollanthus subacaulis var. linearis (Burk.) Ryding
Aeollanthus subacaulis var. subacaulis
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Aeollanthus subacaulis has small, white flowers that are borne in clusters. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have long, thin leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Aeollanthus subacaulis is an evergreen perennial that can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers a well-drained, nutrient-rich soil and plenty of light. The plant should be fertilized regularly with a liquid fertilizer and the water should be kept at a temperature of around 22-25°C. It is also important to provide plenty of oxygen to the plant, as it is an oxygenator. Propagation can be done by dividing the plant or by collecting the seeds and planting them in a substrate.
Where to Find Aeollanthus subacaulis
Aeollanthus subacaulis is native to South America and can be found in nurseries and garden centers.
Aeollanthus subacaulis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Aeollanthus subacaulis?
Aeollanthus subacaulis
What is the common name of Aeollanthus subacaulis?
Stemless false buttonweed
What is the natural habitat of Aeollanthus subacaulis?
Tropical and subtropical wetlands of South America
Species in the Aeollanthus genus
Aeollanthus haumannii,
Aeollanthus rydingianus,
Aeollanthus abyssinicus,
Aeollanthus alternatus,
Aeollanthus ambustus,
Aeollanthus angolensis,
Aeollanthus angustifolius,
Aeollanthus breviflorus,
Aeollanthus buchnerianus,
Aeollanthus candelabrum,
Aeollanthus caudatus,
Aeollanthus cucullatus,
Aeollanthus densiflorus,
Aeollanthus elsholtzioides,
Aeollanthus engleri,
Aeollanthus fruticosus,
Aeollanthus holstii,
Aeollanthus homblei,
Aeollanthus lisowskii,
Aeollanthus lobatus,
Aeollanthus myrianthus,
Aeollanthus namibiensis,
Aeollanthus neglectus,
Aeollanthus paradoxus,
Aeollanthus parvifolius,
Aeollanthus petiolatus,
Aeollanthus pinnatifidus,
Aeollanthus plicatus,
Aeollanthus pubescens,
Aeollanthus rehmannii,
Aeollanthus repens,
Aeollanthus rivularis,
Aeollanthus saxatilis,
Aeollanthus sedoides,
Aeollanthus serpiculoides,
Aeollanthus stuhlmannii,
Aeollanthus suaveolens,
Aeollanthus subacaulis,
Aeollanthus subintegrus,
Aeollanthus trifidus,
Aeollanthus tuberosus,
Aeollanthus ukamensis,
Aeollanthus viscosus,
Aeollanthus zanzibaricus,
Species in the Lamiaceae family
Acanthomintha duttonii,
Acanthomintha ilicifolia,
Acanthomintha lanceolata,
Acanthomintha obovata,
Acanthoprasium frutescens,
Acanthoprasium integrifolium,
Achyrospermum aethiopicum,
Achyrospermum africanum,
Achyrospermum axillare,
Achyrospermum carvalhoi,
Achyrospermum ciliatum,
Achyrospermum cryptanthum,
Achyrospermum dasytrichum,
Achyrospermum densiflorum,
Achyrospermum erythobotrys,
Achyrospermum fruticosum,
Achyrospermum laterale,
Achyrospermum micranthum,
Achyrospermum mildbraedii,
Achyrospermum oblongifolium,
Achyrospermum parviflorum,
Achyrospermum purpureum,
Achyrospermum schimperi,
Achyrospermum schlechteri,
Achyrospermum seychellarum,
Achyrospermum tisserantii,
Achyrospermum urens,
Achyrospermum wallichianum,
Achyrospermum scandens,
Acinos alpinus,
Acrotome angustifolia,
Acrotome fleckii,
Acrotome hispida,
Acrotome inflata,
Acrotome mozambiquensis,
Acrotome pallescens,
Acrotome tenuis,
Acrotome thorncroftii,
Acrymia ajugiflora,
Aegiphila aracaensis,
Aegiphila hystricina,
Aegiphila aculeifera,
Aegiphila alba,
Aegiphila anomala,
Aegiphila arcta,
Aegiphila australis,
Aegiphila bogotensis,
Aegiphila boliviana,
Aegiphila brachiata,
Aegiphila bracteolosa,