Ptyssiglottis radicans - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
radicans
ID:
1416096
Status:
valid
Authors:
(C.B.Clarke) S.Moore
Source:
wcvp
Year:
1922
Citation Micro:
J. Bot. 1922: 358.
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001428561
Common Names
- Ptyssiglottis radicans
- Radicans Ptyssiglottis
- Ptyssiglottis Radicans
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Ptyssiglottis radicans (also called Ptyssiglottis radicans, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the tropical regions of South America. It has a simple inflorescence and grows in wet and marshy habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Ptyssiglottis radicans is used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Ptyssiglottis radicans is a small, yellowish-green spikelet, which is surrounded by a single bract. The seed of Ptyssiglottis radicans is a small, dark brown, oblong nut. The seedlings of Ptyssiglottis radicans are small, with a single leaf and a short stem.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Ptyssiglottis radicans is a perennial herb native to Central and South America. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings and prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and does not require much maintenance.
Where to Find Ptyssiglottis radicans
Ptyssiglottis radicans is native to Brazil and can be found in the tropical regions of South America.
Ptyssiglottis radicans FAQ
What is the scientific name of Ptyssiglottis radicans?
Ptyssiglottis radicans
What is the natural habitat of Ptyssiglottis radicans?
It is native to the Caucasus Mountains.
What is the average height of Ptyssiglottis radicans?
It typically grows up to 1.2 m (4 ft) in height.
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,
References
Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.