Status:
valid
Authors:
(Stapf) B.Hansen
Source:
ksu
Year:
1992
Citation Micro:
Opera Bot. 116: 50 (1992)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000393376
Common Names
- Ptyssiglottis creaghii
- Creaghii False-Tongue
- False-Tongue
Description
Ptyssiglottis creaghii (also called Creagh's Ptyssiglottis, 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
Ptyssiglottis creaghii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Ptyssiglottis creaghii is yellow or white, with a yellow center. The seed is small, round and black. The seedlings are slender and have long, narrow leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Ptyssiglottis creaghii is a perennial herb that can be propagated from 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 soil mix. The plant prefers full sun and well-drained soil.
Where to Find Ptyssiglottis creaghii
Ptyssiglottis creaghii is found in India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar.
Ptyssiglottis creaghii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Ptyssiglottis creaghii?
Ptyssiglottis creaghii
What is the common name of Ptyssiglottis creaghii?
Creaghii
What type of plant is Ptyssiglottis creaghii?
Herb
Species in the Ptyssiglottis genus
Ptyssiglottis sanguinolenta,
Ptyssiglottis subcordata,
Ptyssiglottis salicifolia,
Ptyssiglottis rubrolutea,
Ptyssiglottis pubisepala,
Ptyssiglottis pubescens,
Ptyssiglottis psychotriifolia,
Ptyssiglottis picta,
Ptyssiglottis peranthera,
Ptyssiglottis staminodifera,
Ptyssiglottis mucronata,
Ptyssiglottis glabrisepala,
Ptyssiglottis maxima,
Ptyssiglottis longisepala,
Ptyssiglottis lanceolata,
Ptyssiglottis isophylla,
Ptyssiglottis hirsuta,
Ptyssiglottis hallieri,
Ptyssiglottis glandulifera,
Ptyssiglottis gibbsiae,
Ptyssiglottis fusca,
Ptyssiglottis fastidiosa,
Ptyssiglottis dulcamarioides,
Ptyssiglottis bantamensis,
Ptyssiglottis auriculata,
Ptyssiglottis granulata,
Ptyssiglottis caudata,
Ptyssiglottis campanulata,
Ptyssiglottis creaghii,
Ptyssiglottis chrysea,
Ptyssiglottis densiflora,
Ptyssiglottis decurrens,
Ptyssiglottis cyrtandroides,
Ptyssiglottis cuprea,
Ptyssiglottis undulata,
Ptyssiglottis kunthiana,
Ptyssiglottis nigrescens,
Ptyssiglottis radicans,
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,