Paraphlomis tomentoso-capitata - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
tomentoso-capitata
ID:
265238
Status:
valid
Authors:
Yamam.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1934
Citation Micro:
J. Soc. Trop. Agric. 6: 556 (1934)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000264570
Common Names
- Paraphlomis tomentoso-capitata
- Tomentoso-Capitata Paraphlomis
- Tomentoso-Capitata Paraphlomis
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Paraphlomis tomentoso-capitata (also called 'Tomentose-headed Paraphlomis', among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to China. It has a woody stem and its capitulum is covered with hairs. It grows in thickets, grasslands and forests.
Uses & Benefits
Paraphlomis tomentoso-capitata 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
The flower of Paraphlomis tomentoso-capitata is white and tubular with a yellow center. The seed is small, round and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with small, ovate leaves.
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Paraphlomis tomentoso-capitata 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 tomentoso-capitata
Paraphlomis tomentoso-capitata can be found in the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.
Paraphlomis tomentoso-capitata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Paraphlomis tomentoso-capitata?
Paraphlomis tomentoso-capitata
What is the family of Paraphlomis tomentoso-capitata?
Acanthaceae
Where is Paraphlomis tomentoso-capitata 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,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-147677: Based on the initial data import
Yoshimatsu Yamamoto (1893-1947): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Yamam.' in the authors string.