Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Species:
ciliatus
ID:
159321

Status:
valid

Authors:
Triana

Source:
ipni

Year:
1872

Citation Micro:
Trans. Linn. Soc. London 28: 68 (1871 publ. 1872)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000158650

Common Names

  • Adelobotrys Ciliatus
  • Hairy Adelobotrys
  • Fringed Adelobotrys

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Synonyms

  • Sphanellopsis ciliata Steud. ex Naudin [unknown]

Description

Adelobotrys ciliatus (also called Ciliate Adelobotrys, among many other common names) is a species of plant in the Acanthaceae family. It is native to Colombia and Ecuador. It is found in subtropical or tropical moist lowland forests.

Uses & Benefits

Adelobotrys ciliatus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, headache, and stomachache.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Adelobotrys ciliatus has small white flowers with yellow anthers. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have long, thin leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Adelobotrys ciliatus is a shrub that can be propagated by cuttings or seeds. It is best grown in moist, well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost.

Where to Find Adelobotrys ciliatus

Adelobotrys ciliatus can be found in the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.

Adelobotrys ciliatus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Adelobotrys ciliatus?

Adelobotrys ciliatus

What is the common name of Adelobotrys ciliatus?

Ciliatus Adelobotrys

What type of plant is Adelobotrys ciliatus?

Vine

Species in the Melastomataceae family

Acanthella sprucei, Acanthella pulchra, Acanthella conferta, Aciotis polystachya, Aciotis purpurascens, Aciotis acuminifolia, Aciotis annua, Aciotis rubricaulis, Aciotis cordata, Aciotis indecora, Aciotis paludosa, Aciotis circaeoides, Aciotis ornata, Aciotis circaeifolia, Aciotis wurdackiana, Aciotis olivieriana, Aciotis ferreirana, Aciotis viscida, Aciotis pendulifolia, Aciotis brachybotria, Acisanthera pulchella, Acisanthera quadrata, Acisanthera boliviensis, Acisanthera variabilis, Acisanthera uniflora, Acisanthera alsinaefolia, Acisanthera paraguayensis, Acisanthera alata, Acisanthera hedyotoidea, Acisanthera glazioviana, Acisanthera quadrata, Acisanthera ayangannae, Acisanthera divaricata, Adelobotrys ciliatus, Adelobotrys atlanticus, Adelobotrys adscendens, Adelobotrys barbatus, Adelobotrys ciliata, Adelobotrys macrophylla, Adelobotrys praetexta, Adelobotrys tessmannii, Adelobotrys boissieriana, Adelobotrys fuscescens, Adelobotrys macrantha, Adelobotrys rotundifolius, Adelobotrys subsessilis, Adelobotrys jefensis, Adelobotrys linearifolia, Adelobotrys ayangannensis, Adelobotrys scandens,