Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Species:
galeatus
ID:
276108

Status:
valid

Authors:
Vahl

Source:
wcs

Year:
1790

Citation Micro:
Symb. Bot. 1: 43 (1790)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000275440

Common Names

  • Plectranthus Galeatus
  • Galeatus's Plectranthus
  • Galeatus Plectranthus

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Synonyms

  • Majana bicolor Kuntze [unknown]
  • Majana galeata Kuntze [unknown]
  • Majana macrophylla Kuntze [unknown]
  • Majana puberula Kuntze [unknown]
  • Ocimum plectranthus J.F.Gmel. [unknown]
  • Plectranthus bicolor Blume [unknown]
  • Plectranthus macrophyllus Blume [unknown]
  • Coleus bicolor Benth. [unknown]
  • Coleus galeatus Benth. [unknown]
  • Coleus macrophyllus Benth. [unknown]
  • Coleus macropus Miq. [unknown]
  • Coleus puberulus Miq. [unknown]
  • Coleus remotiflorus Miq. [unknown]
  • Coleus spectabilis Miq. [unknown]
  • Germanea galeata Poir. [unknown]

Description

Plectranthus galeatus (also called Helmeted Coleus, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to India. It has ovate leaves and white flowers. It is found in tropical and subtropical regions and grows in moist, shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Plectranthus galeatus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant, and is also used medicinally to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Plectranthus galeatus has white or pink flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Plectranthus galeatus can be propagated by stem cuttings or division. It is best grown in a well-drained soil in a sunny or partially shaded position. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frost.

Where to Find Plectranthus galeatus

Plectranthus galeatus is native to South Africa.

Plectranthus galeatus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Plectranthus galeatus?

Plectranthus galeatus

What is the common name of Plectranthus galeatus?

Galeate Spurflower

What is the natural habitat of Plectranthus galeatus?

It is native to South Africa and grows in rocky areas

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-158102: Based on the initial data import
Martin Vahl (1749-1804): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Vahl' in the authors string.