Phaulopsis lankesterioides - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
lankesterioides
ID:
393827
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Lindau) Lindau
Source:
cmp
Year:
1897
Citation Micro:
Nat. Pflanzenfam. , Nachtr. 1: 305 (1897)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000393159
Common Names
- Lankesterioides Phaulopsis
- Lankesterioides's Phaulopsis
- Lankesterioides Phaulopsis
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Phaulopsis lankesterioides (also called Lankester's Phaulopsis, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Central America. It has long, narrow leaves and small, white flowers. It grows in moist, shady areas, such as rainforests and cloud forests.
Uses & Benefits
Phaulopsis lankesterioides is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments such as fever, diarrhea, and skin diseases.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Phaulopsis lankesterioides is a white, star-shaped flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, thin, and have a light green color.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Phaulopsis lankesterioides is a tropical plant that is best grown in a warm, humid environment. It prefers partial shade and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by stem cuttings or division of the root system.
Where to Find Phaulopsis lankesterioides
Phaulopsis lankesterioides is native to the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.
Phaulopsis lankesterioides FAQ
What is the scientific name of Phaulopsis lankesterioides?
Phaulopsis lankesterioides
What are the common names of Phaulopsis lankesterioides?
Lankester's False Aralia
What is the natural habitat of Phaulopsis lankesterioides?
Tropical rainforests of Central and South America
Species in the Phaulopsis genus
Phaulopsis semiconica, Phaulopsis aequivoca, Phaulopsis symmetrica, Phaulopsis grandiflora, Phaulopsis ciliata, Phaulopsis imbricata, Phaulopsis angolana, Phaulopsis barteri, Phaulopsis sangana, Phaulopsis micrantha, Phaulopsis marcelinoi, Phaulopsis lindaviana, Phaulopsis latiloba, Phaulopsis lankesterioides, Phaulopsis johnstonii, Phaulopsis rupestris, Phaulopsis micrantha, Phaulopsis dorsiflora, Phaulopsis savannicola, Phaulopsis talbotii, Phaulopsis verticillaris, Phaulopsis gediensis, Phaulopsis pulchella,
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
Gustav Lindau (1866-1923): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lindau' in the authors string.
Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.