Solenostemon (Noun)
Meaning
Genus of shrubby often succulent herbs of tropical Africa and Asia; includes some plants often placed in genus Coleus.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- Solenostemon species are frequently used in herbal medicine in Asia and Africa.
- The Solenostemon genus includes many colorful and attractive plants for domestic gardens and container use.
- Traditional medicinal uses of some Solenostemon species include anti-inflammatory and healing treatments.
- Careful cultivation of Solenostemon is essential to enhance flowering, soil needs and watering strategies.
- These brightly colored leaves, observed in some common garden Solenostemont species, have been valued by many gardeners as foliage plants.