Status:
valid
Authors:
Wiens & Polhill
Source:
tro
Year:
1998
Citation Micro:
Mistletoes Africa : 91 (1998)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001247430
Common Names
- Plicosepalus foliosus
- Leafy Plicosepalus
- Foliosus Plicosepalus
Description
Plicosepalus foliosus (also called Foliose Plicosepalus, among many other common names) is a species of evergreen shrub in the Acanthaceae family. It is native to Mexico, and is found in forests, thickets, and along streams. Its leaves are ovate in shape, and its flowers are white.
Uses & Benefits
Plicosepalus foliosus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, as well as for erosion control and as a ground cover. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Plicosepalus foliosus is a small, yellow, five-petalled spike. The seed is a small, black, round spore. The seedlings are small, green, and have five leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Plicosepalus foliosus is an evergreen shrub that can reach heights of up to 5 meters. It prefers partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by seed or cuttings.
Where to Find Plicosepalus foliosus
Plicosepalus foliosus can be found in the states of Goiás and Mato Grosso in Brazil.
Plicosepalus foliosus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Plicosepalus foliosus?
Plicosepalus foliosus
What is the common name of Plicosepalus foliosus?
Foliose Plicosepalus
What is the natural habitat of Plicosepalus foliosus?
Tropical and subtropical dry forests, tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests, tropical and subtropical moist montane forests
Species in the Plicosepalus genus
Plicosepalus kalachariensis,
Plicosepalus curviflorus,
Plicosepalus acaciae,
Plicosepalus amplexicaulis,
Plicosepalus sagittifolius,
Plicosepalus undulatus,
Plicosepalus meridianus,
Plicosepalus nummulariifolius,
Plicosepalus ogadenensis,
Plicosepalus robustus,
Plicosepalus foliosus,
Plicosepalus somalensis,
Species in the Loranthaceae family
Actinanthella menyharthii,
Actinanthella wyliei,
Aetanthus andreanus,
Aetanthus colombianus,
Aetanthus coriaceus,
Aetanthus dichotomus,
Aetanthus engelsii,
Aetanthus macranthus,
Aetanthus mutisii,
Aetanthus nodosus,
Aetanthus ornatus,
Aetanthus ovalis,
Aetanthus trifolius,
Aetanthus prolongatus,
Aetanthus sessilifolius,
Aetanthus verticillatus,
Aetanthus megaphyllus,
Aetanthus pascoensis,
Aetanthus tachirensis,
Aetanthus validus,
Agelanthus atrocoronatus,
Agelanthus bipartitus,
Agelanthus brunneus,
Agelanthus combreticola,
Agelanthus copaiferae,
Agelanthus crassifolius,
Agelanthus deltae,
Agelanthus dichrous,
Agelanthus discolor,
Agelanthus djurensis,
Agelanthus dodonaeifolius,
Agelanthus elegantulus,
Agelanthus entebbensis,
Agelanthus falcifolius,
Agelanthus flammeus,
Agelanthus fuellebornii,
Agelanthus gilgii,
Agelanthus glaucoviridis,
Agelanthus glomeratus,
Agelanthus gracilis,
Agelanthus guineensis,
Agelanthus henriquesii,
Agelanthus heteromorphus,
Agelanthus igneus,
Agelanthus irangensis,
Agelanthus kayseri,
Agelanthus keilii,
Agelanthus krausei,
Agelanthus kraussianus,
Agelanthus lancifolius,