Status:
valid
Authors:
Sun
Source:
wcs
Year:
1935
Citation Micro:
Contr. Biol. Lab. Sci. Soc. China, Bot. Ser. 10: 30 (1935)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000264554
Common Names
- Paraphlomis lancidentata
- Lancidentata Paraphlomis
- Lancidentata Paraphlomis
Synonyms
- Paraphlomis pagantha Doan [unknown]
Description
Paraphlomis lancidentata (also called 'Lancid Paraphlomis', 'Lancid Star Flower' and 'Star Flower', among many other common names) is a perennial climber native to tropical regions of East Africa. It is a fast-growing plant that can reach up to 3 m in height. It grows best in full sun to partial shade and prefers moist, well-drained soils.
Uses & Benefits
Paraphlomis lancidentata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat fever, headache, and other ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Paraphlomis lancidentata has white flowers with a yellow lip. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and dark green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Paraphlomis lancidentata is a perennial herb that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It prefers well-drained soil and should be watered regularly. Propagation is done by seed or by division of the root ball.
Where to Find Paraphlomis lancidentata
Paraphlomis lancidentata can be found in the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.
Paraphlomis lancidentata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Paraphlomis lancidentata?
Paraphlomis lancidentata
What is the family of Paraphlomis lancidentata?
Acanthaceae
Where is Paraphlomis lancidentata found?
China
Species in the Paraphlomis genus
Paraphlomis albida,
Paraphlomis albiflora,
Paraphlomis albotomentosa,
Paraphlomis brevifolia,
Paraphlomis foliata,
Paraphlomis formosana,
Paraphlomis hirsutissima,
Paraphlomis hispida,
Paraphlomis intermedia,
Paraphlomis javanica,
Paraphlomis kwangtungensis,
Paraphlomis lanceolata,
Paraphlomis lancidentata,
Paraphlomis membranacea,
Paraphlomis oblongifolia,
Paraphlomis parviflora,
Paraphlomis patentisetulosa,
Paraphlomis paucisetosa,
Paraphlomis reflexa,
Paraphlomis seticalyx,
Paraphlomis setulosa,
Paraphlomis shunchangensis,
Paraphlomis subcoriacea,
Paraphlomis tomentoso-capitata,
Paraphlomis koreana,
Species in the Lamiaceae family
Acanthomintha duttonii,
Acanthomintha ilicifolia,
Acanthomintha lanceolata,
Acanthomintha obovata,
Acanthoprasium frutescens,
Acanthoprasium integrifolium,
Achyrospermum aethiopicum,
Achyrospermum africanum,
Achyrospermum axillare,
Achyrospermum carvalhoi,
Achyrospermum ciliatum,
Achyrospermum cryptanthum,
Achyrospermum dasytrichum,
Achyrospermum densiflorum,
Achyrospermum erythobotrys,
Achyrospermum fruticosum,
Achyrospermum laterale,
Achyrospermum micranthum,
Achyrospermum mildbraedii,
Achyrospermum oblongifolium,
Achyrospermum parviflorum,
Achyrospermum purpureum,
Achyrospermum schimperi,
Achyrospermum schlechteri,
Achyrospermum seychellarum,
Achyrospermum tisserantii,
Achyrospermum urens,
Achyrospermum wallichianum,
Achyrospermum scandens,
Acinos alpinus,
Acrotome angustifolia,
Acrotome fleckii,
Acrotome hispida,
Acrotome inflata,
Acrotome mozambiquensis,
Acrotome pallescens,
Acrotome tenuis,
Acrotome thorncroftii,
Acrymia ajugiflora,
Aegiphila aracaensis,
Aegiphila hystricina,
Aegiphila aculeifera,
Aegiphila alba,
Aegiphila anomala,
Aegiphila arcta,
Aegiphila australis,
Aegiphila bogotensis,
Aegiphila boliviana,
Aegiphila brachiata,
Aegiphila bracteolosa,