Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Alismatales
Family:
Species:
remiformis
ID:
274593

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ridl.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1908

Citation Micro:
J. Straits Branch Roy. Asiat. Soc. 49: 52 (1907 publ. 1908)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000273925

Common Names

  • Piptospatha remiformis
  • Remiformis Piptospatha
  • Remiformis's Piptospatha

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Description

Piptospatha remiformis (also called Piptospatha, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Acanthaceae. It is a perennial herb, growing up to 1 m tall. It is native to India, Sri Lanka, and Southeast Asia. It is found in moist, shady forests and along streams.

Uses & Benefits

Piptospatha remiformis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant to treat fever, inflammation, and rheumatism.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Piptospatha remiformis has small, white flowers with yellow centers. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Piptospatha remiformis is a tropical plant native to Southeast Asia. It is a slow-growing, clumping palm that can reach heights of up to 8 m (26 ft). It prefers a warm, humid climate and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or division of the clumps. Seeds should be sown in a warm, moist environment and kept in a warm, humid environment until germination occurs.

Where to Find Piptospatha remiformis

Piptospatha remiformis is native to India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar. It is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.

Piptospatha remiformis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Piptospatha remiformis?

Piptospatha remiformis

What is the natural habitat of Piptospatha remiformis?

Tropical rainforests of Southeast Asia

What is the average height of Piptospatha remiformis?

1-2 meters

Species in the Piptospatha genus

Species in the Araceae family

Adelonema erythropus, Adelonema allenii, Adelonema crinipes, Adelonema hammelii, Adelonema kvistii, Adelonema mofflerianum, Adelonema orientale, Adelonema pallidinervium, Adelonema panamense, Adelonema peltatum, Adelonema picturatum, Adelonema roezlii, Adelonema speariae, Adelonema wallisii, Adelonema wendlandii, Adelonema yanamonoense, Aglaodorum griffithii, Aglaonema brevispathum, Aglaonema chermsiriwattanae, Aglaonema cochinchinense, Aglaonema commutatum, Aglaonema cordifolium, Aglaonema costatum, Aglaonema densinervium, Aglaonema flemingianum, Aglaonema hookerianum, Aglaonema marantifolium, Aglaonema modestum, Aglaonema nebulosum, Aglaonema nitidum, Aglaonema ovatum, Aglaonema philippinense, Aglaonema pictum, Aglaonema pumilum, Aglaonema rotunda, Aglaonema simplex, Aglaonema tricolor, Aglaonema vittatum, Aglaonema robeleynii, Aglaonema birmanicum, Aglaonema nicobaricum, Aglaonema tassae, Alloschemone inopinata, Alloschemone occidentalis, Alocasia megawatiae, Alocasia chaii, Alocasia infernalis, Alocasia nycteris, Alocasia hypoleuca, Alocasia jiewhoei,

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