Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Species:
jabrense
ID:
798575

Status:
valid

Authors:
Baracho & J.A.Siqueira

Source:
wcs

Year:
2004

Citation Micro:
Vidalia 2: 47 (2004)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000797908

Common Names

  • Orthophytum jabrense
  • Jabrense Orthophytum
  • Jabrense Bird's-nest

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Description

Orthosiphon lanatus (also called Woolly Orthosiphon, among many other common names) is a species of flowering shrub native to tropical Africa. It is a small evergreen shrub, growing up to 2 m tall, with glossy, dark green leaves. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Orthophytum jabrense is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant in landscaping.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Orthophytum jabrense is white and tubular, with five petals. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are slender and have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Orthophytum jabrense can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers a well-drained soil and partial shade. It should be watered regularly during the growing season and fertilized once a month.

Where to Find Orthophytum jabrense

Orthophytum jabrense is native to tropical regions of the world, including India, Sri Lanka, and parts of Southeast Asia.

Orthophytum jabrense FAQ

What is the scientific name of Orthophytum jabrense?

Orthophytum jabrense

What is the common name of Orthophytum jabrense?

Jabren's Orthophytum

What is the natural habitat of Orthophytum jabrense?

Grasslands and open woodlands

Species in the Orthophytum genus

Orthophytum alvimii, Orthophytum benzingii, Orthophytum braunii, Orthophytum compactum, Orthophytum disjunctum, Orthophytum duartei, Orthophytum eddie-estevesii, Orthophytum estevesii, Orthophytum falconii, Orthophytum foliosum, Orthophytum fosterianum, Orthophytum glabrum, Orthophytum gurkenii, Orthophytum horridum, Orthophytum lemei, Orthophytum leprosum, Orthophytum lucidum, Orthophytum lymanianum, Orthophytum magalhaesii, Orthophytum maracasense, Orthophytum mello-barretoi, Orthophytum rubrum, Orthophytum sanctum, Orthophytum saxicola, Orthophytum sucrei, Orthophytum toscanoi, Orthophytum vagans, Orthophytum zanonii, Orthophytum grossiorum, Orthophytum jabrense, Orthophytum conquistense, Orthophytum harleyi, Orthophytum macroflorum, Orthophytum schulzianum, Orthophytum boudetianum, Orthophytum pseudovagans, Orthophytum riocontense, Orthophytum rubiginosum, Orthophytum striatifolium, Orthophytum atalaiense, Orthophytum triunfense, Orthophytum piranianum, Orthophytum catingae, Orthophytum graomogolense, Orthophytum diamantinense, Orthophytum buranhense, Orthophytum erigens, Orthophytum pseudostoloniferum, Orthophytum guaratingense, Orthophytum elegans,

Species in the Bromeliaceae family

Acanthostachys pitcairnioides, Acanthostachys strobilacea, Acanthostachys calcicola, Aechmea abbreviata, Aechmea aculeatosepala, Aechmea alba, Aechmea alegrensis, Aechmea alopecurus, Aechmea ampla, Aechmea andersonii, Aechmea angustifolia, Aechmea anomala, Aechmea apocalyptica, Aechmea aquilega, Aechmea araneosa, Aechmea arenaria, Aechmea aripensis, Aechmea azurea, Aechmea bahiana, Aechmea bambusoides, Aechmea biflora, Aechmea blanchetiana, Aechmea blumenavii, Aechmea bocainensis, Aechmea brachystachys, Aechmea bracteata, Aechmea brassicoides, Aechmea brevicollis, Aechmea bromeliifolia, Aechmea bruggeri, Aechmea caesia, Aechmea callichroma, Aechmea calyculata, Aechmea campanulata, Aechmea candida, Aechmea cariocae, Aechmea carvalhoi, Aechmea castanea, Aechmea castelnavii, Aechmea cathcartii, Aechmea caudata, Aechmea chantinii, Aechmea coelestis, Aechmea colombiana, Aechmea comata, Aechmea conferta, Aechmea confusa, Aechmea conifera, Aechmea costantinii, Aechmea contracta,

References

José A. Siqueira Filho (b.1960): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.A.Siqueira' in the authors string.
George Sidney Baracho: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Baracho' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77063858-1: Govaerts R (ed.). 2023. WCVP: World Checklist of Vascular Plants [Version 11]. Facilitated by the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. [WWW document] URL http://sftp.kew.org/pub/data-repositories/WCVP/ [accessed 20 April 2023].