Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
haughtii
ID:
540795

Status:
valid

Authors:
Leonard

Source:
cmp

Year:
1953

Citation Micro:
Contr. U.S. Natl. Herb. 31: 239 (1953)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000540127

Common Names

  • Haughtii Aphelandra
  • Haught's Aphelandra
  • Haught Aphelandra

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Description

Aphelandra haughtii (also called Haught's Aphelandra, among many other common names) is a perennial plant native to Mexico. It has a long, thin stem with large, green leaves and yellow flowers. It grows in shady, moist areas, such as forests and jungles.

Uses & Benefits

Aphelandra haughtii is a popular ornamental plant, often grown in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also known to have some medicinal properties, such as being used to treat fever and headaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Aphelandra haughtii has white flowers with a yellow throat. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and dark green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Aphelandra haughtii can be propagated by division or by cuttings. To divide, carefully remove the plant from the pot and separate the clumps of roots. Replant each division in a separate pot. To propagate by cuttings, take a cutting from the stem tip and place it in a pot of moist soil. Keep the soil moist and the cutting should root within a few weeks.

Where to Find Aphelandra haughtii

Aphelandra haughtii can be found in the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.

Aphelandra haughtii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Aphelandra haughtii?

Aphelandra haughtii

What type of plant is Aphelandra haughtii?

Tropical perennial

What is the optimal growing environment for Aphelandra haughtii?

Warm, humid environment with bright indirect light

Species in the Aphelandra genus

Aphelandra encarnacionii, Aphelandra gigantea, Aphelandra longiflora, Aphelandra schottiana, Aphelandra acanthifolia, Aphelandra acanthus, Aphelandra acrensis, Aphelandra albert-smithii, Aphelandra albinotata, Aphelandra alexandri, Aphelandra amelata, Aphelandra anderssonii, Aphelandra antioquiensis, Aphelandra arisema, Aphelandra aristei, Aphelandra arnoldii, Aphelandra attenuata, Aphelandra aurantiaca, Aphelandra azuayensis, Aphelandra bahiensis, Aphelandra barkleyi, Aphelandra benoistii, Aphelandra blanchetiana, Aphelandra blandii, Aphelandra botanodes, Aphelandra boyacensis, Aphelandra bradeana, Aphelandra campanensis, Aphelandra campii, Aphelandra caput-medusae, Aphelandra castanifolia, Aphelandra chamissoniana, Aphelandra chaponensis, Aphelandra chrysantha, Aphelandra cinnabarina, Aphelandra cirsioides, Aphelandra claussenii, Aphelandra colombiensis, Aphelandra colorata, Aphelandra conformis, Aphelandra crenata, Aphelandra crispata, Aphelandra cuatrecasasii, Aphelandra cuscoensis, Aphelandra darienensis, Aphelandra dasyantha, Aphelandra decorata, Aphelandra diachyla, Aphelandra dielsii, Aphelandra diffusa,

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,

References

Emery Clarence Leonard (1892-1968): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Leonard' in the authors string.
Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.