Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
knappiae
ID:
1327034

Status:
valid

Authors:
Wassh.

Source:
ipni

Year:
2013

Citation Micro:
J. Bot. Res. Inst. Texas 7: 111 (2013)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001339488

Common Names

  • Aphelandra knappiae
  • Knapp's Aphelandra
  • Knapp's Zebra-plant

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Description

Aphelandra knappiae (also called Knapp's Aphelandra, among many other common names) is a perennial plant native to South America. It has a shrubby habit and can reach up to 1 meter in height. It prefers moist, shady habitats and is commonly found in tropical rainforests.

Uses & Benefits

Aphelandra knappiae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat fever, headaches, and other ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Aphelandra knappiae has yellow flowers with white throats, and its seeds are small and black. Its seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Aphelandra knappiae is an evergreen shrub native to Central and South America. It is easy to cultivate and propagate. It prefers a warm, humid environment with bright, indirect sunlight. The soil should be well-draining and slightly acidic. Propagation can be done through stem cuttings or by seed. Stem cuttings should be taken in the spring or early summer and planted in a sterile, well-draining medium. Seeds should be sown on a sterile, well-draining medium and kept moist and warm.

Where to Find Aphelandra knappiae

Aphelandra knappiae is native to South America.

Aphelandra knappiae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Aphelandra knappiae?

Aphelandra knappiae

What is the common name of Aphelandra knappiae?

Knapp's Aphelandra

Where is Aphelandra knappiae native to?

Peru

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

Dieter Carl Wasshausen (b.1938): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wassh.' in the authors string.
Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.