Plectranthus verticillatus
Whorled Plectranthus
Also known as: Ocimum racemosum Thunb. +2 more
- Ocimum racemosum Thunb.
- Plectranthus nummularius Briq.
- Plectranthus thunbergii Benth.
Botanical Data
- Taxonomic Rank: Species
- Botanical Family: Lamiaceae
- WCVP Morphological Data: Recorded natively as a subshrub.
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Plectranthus verticillatus (commonly known as Whorled Plectranthus) is a shrub within the Lamiaceae family. It naturally occurs in Africa. In its natural range, this species typically occurs in subtropical conditions.
Macro Climate
Subtropical
Plant Type
Shrub
Native Range
Continents (WGSRPD)
AFRICA
Regions (WGSRPD)
South Tropical Africa, Southern Africa
Botanical Countries (WGSRPD L3)
Cape Provinces, KwaZulu-Natal, Mozambique, Northern Provinces, Swaziland
Introduced Range
Plants flagged as 'Introduced' have been transported outside their native historical range by human activity. While many are common ornamentals, some may become naturalized or invasive in local environments. Local ecological guidelines require verification prior to planting.
Botanical Countries (Non-Native)
El Salvador, Ethiopia, Honduras, India, Jawa, Leeward Is., Puerto Rico, St.Helena, Venezuela, Venezuelan Antilles, Windward Is.