Nematanthus punctatus - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
punctatus
ID:
383233
Status:
valid
Authors:
Chautems
Source:
cmp
Year:
2005
Citation Micro:
Selbyana 25: 217 (2005)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000382565
Common Names
- Punctate Nematanthus
- Punctate Fishbone Plant
- Punctate Goldfish Plant
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Nematanthus punctatus (also called 'Punctate Nematanthus', among many other common names) is an aquatic plant native to tropical and subtropical regions of the world. It has a creeping rhizome with small, round leaves and yellow flowers with red centers. It is found in shallow water, ponds, and marshes.
Uses & Benefits
Nematanthus punctatus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments such as fever, skin diseases, and stomach problems.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Nematanthus punctatus has small yellow flowers with five petals and a single pistil. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with two leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Nematanthus punctatus can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers moist soil and partial shade, and can be grown in a wide range of temperatures. It is a hardy plant and can tolerate some drought.
Where to Find Nematanthus punctatus
Nematanthus punctatus is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the world, including parts of Asia, Africa, and the Americas. It is found in wetlands, ponds, and shallow water.
Nematanthus punctatus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Nematanthus punctatus?
Nematanthus punctatus
What is the common name of Nematanthus punctatus?
Punctate Nematanthus
What is the natural habitat of Nematanthus punctatus?
It is found in moist, shady places, such as forests and woodlands
Species in the Nematanthus genus
Nematanthus teixeiranus, Nematanthus bradei, Nematanthus punctatus, Nematanthus albus, Nematanthus kautskyi, Nematanthus pycnophyllus, Nematanthus wiehleri, Nematanthus sericeus, Nematanthus kuhlmannii, Nematanthus mattosianus, Nematanthus wettsteinii, Nematanthus gregarius, Nematanthus lanceolatus, Nematanthus crassifolius, Nematanthus corticola, Nematanthus strigillosus, Nematanthus villosus, Nematanthus hirtellus, Nematanthus fissus, Nematanthus australis, Nematanthus brasiliensis, Nematanthus fluminensis, Nematanthus fornix, Nematanthus fritschii, Nematanthus jolyanus, Nematanthus maculatus, Nematanthus mirabilis, Nematanthus monanthos, Nematanthus serpens, Nematanthus striatus, Nematanthus tessmannii, Nematanthus exsertus,
Species in the Gesneriaceae family
Acanthonema diandrum, Achimenes admirabilis, Achimenes antirrhina, Achimenes brevifolia, Achimenes candida, Achimenes cettoana, Achimenes dulcis, Achimenes erecta, Achimenes fimbriata, Achimenes flava, Achimenes glabrata, Achimenes grandiflora, Achimenes heterophylla, Achimenes hintoniana, Achimenes longiflora, Achimenes mexicana, Achimenes misera, Achimenes nayaritensis, Achimenes obscura, Achimenes occidentalis, Achimenes patens, Achimenes pedunculata, Achimenes skinneri, Achimenes woodii, Achimenes tincticoma, Achimenes elota, Achimenes sanguinea, Achimenes ixtapaensis, Aeschynanthus citrinus, Aeschynanthus membranifolius, Aeschynanthus mendumiae, Aeschynanthus sojolianus, Aeschynanthus dischidioides, Aeschynanthus minutifolius, Aeschynanthus acuminatissimus, Aeschynanthus acuminatus, Aeschynanthus albidus, Aeschynanthus amboinensis, Aeschynanthus amoenus, Aeschynanthus andersonii, Aeschynanthus angustifolius, Aeschynanthus angustioblongus, Aeschynanthus apicidens, Aeschynanthus arctocalyx, Aeschynanthus arfakensis, Aeschynanthus argentii, Aeschynanthus asclepioides, Aeschynanthus atrorubens, Aeschynanthus atrosanguineus, Aeschynanthus batakiorum,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2385290: Based on the initial data import
Alain Chautems (b.1953): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Chautems' in the authors string.