Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
kaokoensis
ID:
402331

Status:
valid

Authors:
K.Balkwill & S.D.Will.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1995

Citation Micro:
Fl. S. Afr. 30(3:1): 14 (1995)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000401663

Common Names

  • Rhinacanthus kaokoensis
  • Kaokoensis Rhinacanthus
  • Kaokoveld Rhinacanthus

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Description

Rhinacanthus kaokoensis (also called Kaokoveld Rhinacanthus, among many other common names) is a shrub native to tropical Africa and found in dry, rocky habitats. It has long, narrow leaves and small white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Rhinacanthus kaokoensis is used in traditional medicine for treating fever, headache, and stomachache. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Rhinacanthus kaokoensis is a white or yellow star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Rhinacanthus kaokoensis can be propagated by seed or stem cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Stem cuttings should be taken from healthy plants and placed in a moist soil mix. Both methods should be done in a warm, humid environment with plenty of light.

Where to Find Rhinacanthus kaokoensis

Rhinacanthus grandiflorus can be found in the tropical rainforests of Southeast Asia.

Rhinacanthus kaokoensis FAQ

What is the natural habitat of Rhinacanthus kaokoensis?

Rhinacanthus kaokoensis is native to tropical Africa.

What is the size of Rhinacanthus kaokoensis?

Rhinacanthus kaokoensis can reach a height of up to 1.5 meters.

What is the flowering period of Rhinacanthus kaokoensis?

Rhinacanthus kaokoensis flowers from April to August.

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

Kevin Balkwill (b.1958): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'K.Balkwill' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:987552-1: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.