Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Species:
welwitschii
ID:
276604

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Briq.) Codd

Source:
wcs

Year:
1972

Citation Micro:
Fl. Pl. Africa 42: t. 1646 (1972)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000275936

Common Names

  • Plectranthus Wollastonii
  • Spurflower
  • Coral Plant

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Synonyms

  • Neomuellera welwitschii Briq. [unknown]
  • Coleus frederici G.Taylor [unknown]

Description

Plectranthus welwitschii (also called Welwitsch's Spurflower, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South Africa. It has a velvety texture to its leaves and grows in moist, shady areas.

Uses & Benefits

Plectranthus welwitschii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower of Plectranthus welwitschii is a white or pale lilac, tubular, 2-lipped corolla, with a long spur and a hairy calyx. The seed is small, round and brown. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of opposite leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Plectranthus welwitschii is a perennial herbaceous plant that prefers full sun or partial shade. It is tolerant of a wide range of soil types, but prefers well-drained soils. Propagation is best done by seed or division of the clumps. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer and germinated at a temperature of 18-20°C. Division of the clumps should be done in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Plectranthus welwitschii

Plectranthus welwitschii can be found in tropical Africa, from Senegal to Ethiopia and south to Angola.

Plectranthus welwitschii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Plectranthus welwitschii?

Plectranthus welwitschii

What is the common name of Plectranthus welwitschii?

Welwitschii Spurflower

What is the natural habitat of Plectranthus welwitschii?

Forests and grasslands

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-158593: Based on the initial data import
John Isaac Briquet (1870-1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Briq.' in the authors string.
Leslie Edward Wostall Codd (1908-1999): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Codd' in the authors string.