Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Species:
ambiguus
ID:
275888

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Bolus) Codd

Source:
wcs

Year:
1964

Citation Micro:
Bothalia 8: 159 (1964)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000275220

Common Names

  • Ambiguus Plectranthus
  • Plectranthus ambiguus
  • Ambiguus's Plectranthus

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Synonyms

  • Orthosiphon ambiguus Bolus [unknown]
  • Plectranthus coloratus E.Mey. [unknown]
  • Plectranthus dregei Codd [unknown]
  • Plectranthus coloratus E.Mey. [unknown]

Description

Plectranthus ambiguus (also called Spur Flower, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to South Africa. It has long, narrow leaves with a velvety texture and produces white or purple flowers. It is found in rocky, dry areas and is drought tolerant.

Uses & Benefits

Plectranthus ambiguus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used to attract pollinators and beneficial insects to the garden.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: white, tubular, with 5-lobed corolla. Seed: small, brown, and oblong. Seedlings: have a single cotyledon and a pair of opposite, simple leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Plectranthus ambiguus is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost.

Where to Find Plectranthus ambiguus

Plectranthus ambiguus is native to India and Sri Lanka.

Plectranthus ambiguus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Plectranthus ambiguus?

Plectranthus ambiguus

What is the common name of Plectranthus ambiguus?

Ambiguous Plectranthus

Where is Plectranthus ambiguus found?

It is found in the Mediterranean region, from Morocco to Turkey

Species in the Plectranthus genus

Plectranthus acaulis, Plectranthus actites, Plectranthus adenophorus, Plectranthus aegyptiacus, Plectranthus agnewii, Plectranthus alboviolaceus, Plectranthus aliciae, Plectranthus alloplectus, Plectranthus alpinus, Plectranthus ambiguus, Plectranthus amboinicus, Plectranthus amicorum, Plectranthus amoenus, Plectranthus amplexicaulis, Plectranthus angulatus, Plectranthus antongilicus, Plectranthus apoensis, Plectranthus apreptus, Plectranthus apricus, Plectranthus arabicus, Plectranthus arenicola, Plectranthus argentatus, Plectranthus argentifolius, Plectranthus asirensis, Plectranthus atroviolaceus, Plectranthus barbatus, Plectranthus bariensis, Plectranthus baumii, Plectranthus beddomei, Plectranthus berdaricus, Plectranthus betamponus, Plectranthus betonicifolius, Plectranthus blakei, Plectranthus bojeri, Plectranthus bourneae, Plectranthus bracteatus, Plectranthus brevicaulis, Plectranthus buchananii, Plectranthus burorum, Plectranthus calycinus, Plectranthus candelabriformis, Plectranthus canescens, Plectranthus caninus, Plectranthus capuronii, Plectranthus carnosifolius, Plectranthus caudatus, Plectranthus chevalieri, Plectranthus chiangdaoensis, Plectranthus chimanimanensis, Plectranthus ciliatus,

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-157884: Based on the initial data import
Harry Bolus (1834-1911): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bolus' in the authors string.
Leslie Edward Wostall Codd (1908-1999): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Codd' in the authors string.