Status:
valid
Authors:
(Nees) Nees
Source:
ksu
Year:
1847
Citation Micro:
Prodr. 11: 444 (1847)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000401595
Common Names
- Rhinacanthus Oblongus
- Oblongus Plant
- Oblongus Flower
Description
Rhinacanthus oblongus (also called 'Oblong Rhinacanthus', among many other common names) is an herbaceous plant native to Southeast Asia. It has ovate leaves and produces small, white, star-shaped flowers. It is found in tropical forests, woodlands, and along roadsides.
Uses & Benefits
Rhinacanthus oblongus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. Its leaves and stems can be used to make herbal tea, which is believed to have medicinal properties and can be used to treat colds and other ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Rhinacanthus oblongus is white and has five petals. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are thin and have a single cotyledon.
Cultivation and Propagation
Rhinacanthus oblongus is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 3 m in height. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soils. Propagation is usually done by cuttings or by seed, although the latter is not recommended as it is difficult to germinate. It is also possible to propagate by layering.
Where to Find Rhinacanthus oblongus
Rhinacanthus oblongus can be found in India, Sri Lanka, and Southeast Asia.
Rhinacanthus oblongus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Rhinacanthus oblongus?
Rhinacanthus oblongus
What is the common name of Rhinacanthus oblongus?
Oblong rhinacanthus
Where is Rhinacanthus oblongus found?
Rhinacanthus oblongus is found in the western Pacific Ocean
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,