Status:
valid
Authors:
Nees
Source:
cmp
Year:
1847
Citation Micro:
Fl. Bras. 9: 88 (1847)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000540192
Common Names
- Aphelandra Macrostachya
- Macrostachya Aphelandra
- Macrostachya Zebra Plant
Description
Aphelandra macrostachya (also called Large-Spiked Aphelandra, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Acanthaceae family. It is native to Brazil and other parts of South America. This plant typically grows in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.
Uses & Benefits
Aphelandra macrostachya is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat skin diseases, fever, and stomach ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Aphelandra macrostachya has yellow-orange flowers with a red throat. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and dark green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Aphelandra macrostachya is a tropical plant that can be grown in warm climates. It prefers a well-draining soil and should be kept moist but not soggy. Propagation is done by division or stem cuttings. Cuttings should be taken in the spring or summer and planted in a moist soil mix. Keep the soil moist and the cutting should root within a few weeks.
Where to Find Aphelandra macrostachya
Aphelandra macrostachya can be found in the tropical forests of Central and South America.
Aphelandra macrostachya FAQ
What is the scientific name of Aphelandra macrostachya?
Aphelandra macrostachya
What is the common name of Aphelandra macrostachya?
Macrostachya Aphelandra
What type of soil is best for Aphelandra macrostachya?
Well-draining, slightly acidic soil
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,