Status:
valid
Authors:
Ensermu
Source:
ksu
Year:
2009
Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 64: 62 (2009)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000744588
Common Names
- Mucronatus Rhinacanthus
- Rhinacanthus Mucronatus
- Rhinacanthus of Mucronatus
Description
Rhinacanthus mucronatus (also called Mucronate Nettle, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Acanthaceae. It is native to Southeast Asia. It typically grows in tropical rainforests.
Uses & Benefits
Rhinacanthus mucronatus is used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Rhinacanthus mucronatus is a small, yellow, five-petaled flower. The seed is a small, black, kidney-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have five leaflets.
Cultivation and Propagation
Rhinacanthus mucronatus is a perennial plant native to India. It is a hardy plant that can tolerate a range of soil types and is easy to propagate from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated by division in spring or autumn. It can also be grown from seed, which should be sown in spring or autumn. Once established, it is drought tolerant and requires minimal care.
Where to Find Rhinacanthus mucronatus
Rhinacanthus mucronatus can be found in the tropical rainforests of Southeast Asia.
Rhinacanthus mucronatus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Rhinacanthus mucronatus?
Rhinacanthus mucronatus
What is the common name of Rhinacanthus mucronatus?
Mucronate Rhinacanthus
Where is Rhinacanthus mucronatus found?
It is found in India and Sri Lanka
Species in the Rhinacanthus genus
Rhinacanthus oblongus,
Rhinacanthus nasutus,
Rhinacanthus obtusifolius,
Rhinacanthus virens,
Rhinacanthus scoparius,
Rhinacanthus polonnaruwensis,
Rhinacanthus pulcher,
Rhinacanthus rotundifolius,
Rhinacanthus selousensis,
Rhinacanthus grandiflorus,
Rhinacanthus kaokoensis,
Rhinacanthus calcaratus,
Rhinacanthus submontanus,
Rhinacanthus mucronatus,
Rhinacanthus flavovirens,
Rhinacanthus dichotomus,
Rhinacanthus gracilis,
Rhinacanthus xerophilus,
Rhinacanthus nasutus,
Rhinacanthus perrieri,
Rhinacanthus humilis,
Rhinacanthus breviflorus,
Rhinacanthus beesianus,
Rhinacanthus angulicaulis,
Rhinacanthus zambesiacus,
Rhinacanthus osmospermus,
Rhinacanthus angolensis,
Rhinacanthus spiciformis,
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,