Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
griffithii
ID:
393769

Status:
valid

Authors:
Benth. & Hook.f.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1876

Citation Micro:
Gen. Pl. 2: 1102 (1876)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000393101

Common Names

  • Griffithii Phialacanthus
  • Griffithii's Phialacanthus
  • Griffithii Phialacanthus

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Description

Phialacanthus griffithii (also called Griffith's phialacanthus, among many other common names) is an annual herb with small white flowers and long, narrow leaves. It is native to India and is found in grasslands and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Phialacanthus griffithii 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 Phialacanthus griffithii is white and bell-shaped. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Phialacanthus griffithii is a succulent that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun. It can be grown in containers or in the ground and should be watered sparingly. The plant can be pruned to encourage new growth and should be fertilized every few months.

Where to Find Phialacanthus griffithii

Phialacanthus griffithii is native to the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.

Phialacanthus griffithii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Phialacanthus griffithii?

Phialacanthus griffithii

What is the common name of Phialacanthus griffithii?

Griffith's Tree Fern

What is the natural habitat of Phialacanthus griffithii?

Tropical rainforests 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

George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
Joseph Dalton Hooker (1817-1911): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hook.f.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:53033-1: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.