Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
rutilans
ID:
385931

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Planch.) Kuntze

Source:
cmp

Year:
1891

Citation Micro:
Revis. Gen. Pl. 2: 494 (1891)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000385263

Common Names

  • Rutilans Odontonema
  • Rutilans Firespike
  • Rutilans Firespike Bush

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Description

Odontonema rutilans (also called rutile odontonema, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to Central and South America. It has a woody stem and grows in a variety of habitats, including open woodlands, grasslands, and rocky slopes.

Uses & Benefits

Odontonema rutilans 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, cold, cough, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Odontonema rutilans has small, white flowers with yellow centers that are held in clusters. The seeds are small, round, and black. The seedlings are small and have a pair of cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Odontonema rutilans is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 3 m (10 ft) tall. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from new growth and rooted in a moist, well-drained soil mix. The plant prefers a sunny location and should be fertilized regularly.

Where to Find Odontonema rutilans

Odontonema rutilans is native to tropical rainforests in Central and South America.

Odontonema rutilans FAQ

What is the scientific name of Odontonema rutilans?

Odontonema rutilans

What type of plant is Odontonema rutilans?

A shrub

Where is Odontonema rutilans found?

It is found in the tropical forests of Central and South America

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

Otto Kuntze (1843-1907): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kuntze' in the authors string.
Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.