Status:
valid
Authors:
De Wild. & T.Durand
Source:
cmp
Year:
1899
Citation Micro:
Bull. Soc. Roy. Bot. Belgique , Compt. Rend. 38: 98 (1899)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000379251
Common Names
- Neurotheca congolana
- Congolana Neurotheca
- Neurotheca Congo
Description
Neurotheca congolana (also called Congo Neurotheca, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Acanthaceae family. It is native to Central America, and is found in moist forests and along streams. It is a small shrub, reaching heights of up to 3 meters, with dark green, glossy leaves and small white flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Neurotheca congolana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, colds, and headaches.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Neurotheca congolana has small, white flowers with five petals and yellow stamens. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have long, narrow leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Neurotheca congolana can be propagated by seed or by cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from mature stems and planted in a moist, well-drained soil mix. Both methods should be done in a warm, humid environment.
Where to Find Neurotheca congolana
Neurotheca congolana can be found in the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.
Neurotheca congolana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Neurotheca congolana?
Neurotheca congolana
What is the common name of Neurotheca congolana?
Congolese sedge
What is the natural habitat of Neurotheca congolana?
It is found in dry, rocky areas such as hillsides and cliffs
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Anthocleista liebrechtsiana,
Anthocleista longifolia,
Anthocleista madagascariensis,
Anthocleista microphylla,
Anthocleista nobilis,
Anthocleista obanensis,
Anthocleista procera,
Anthocleista scandens,
Anthocleista schweinfurthii,
Anthocleista vogelii,
Anthocleista potalioides,
Aripuana cullmaniorum,
Bartonia paniculata,
Bartonia verna,
Bartonia virginica,
Bisgoeppertia robustior,
Bisgoeppertia gracilis,
Bisgoeppertia scandens,
Blackstonia acuminata,
Blackstonia grandiflora,
Blackstonia imperfoliata,
Blackstonia perfoliata,
Calolisianthus amplissimus,
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Canscora alata,
Canscora andrographioides,
Canscora concanensis,
Canscora diffusa,
Canscora heteroclita,
Canscora macrocalyx,
Canscora pauciflora,
Canscora perfoliata,
Canscora roxburghii,
Canscora schultesii,
Canscora stricta,
Canscora bidoupensis,
Canscora bhatiana,
Canscora shrirangiana,
Canscora ciathula,
Canscora tetraptera,
Celiantha bella,
Celiantha chimantensis,
Celiantha imthurniana,
Centaurium ameghinoi,