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Coleus scutellarioides (L.) Benth.

Synonyms

Calchas acuminatus, Calchas atropurpureus, Calchas crispipilus, Calchas scutellarioides, Coleus acuminatus, Coleus atropurpureus, Coleus batemannii, Coleus bausei, Coleus berkeleyi, Coleus blancoi, Coleus blumei, Coleus clarkei, Coleus crispipilus, Coleus dixii, Coleus eureka, Coleus formosanus, Coleus gaudichaudii, Coleus gibbsiae, Coleus gibsonii, Coleus grandifolius, Coleus hendersonii, Coleus hybridus, Coleus igolotorum, Coleus ingratus, Coleus integrifolius, Coleus laciniatus, Coleus macranthus, Coleus marmoratus, Coleus multicolor, Coleus multiflorus, Coleus murrayi, Coleus pubescens, Coleus pumilus, Coleus rehneltianus, Coleus reveesii, Coleus ruckeri, Coleus saundersii, Coleus savannicola, Coleus scottii, Coleus secundiflorus, Coleus telfordii, Coleus veitchii, Coleus verschaffeltii, Coleus zschokkei, Germanea nudiflora, Majana acuminata, Majana blancoi, Majana grandifolia, Majana multiflora, Majana pumila, Majana scutellariodes, Majana scutellarioides, Majana secundiflora, Ocimum peltatum, Ocimum scutellarioides, Perilla nankinensis, Plectranthus aromaticus, Plectranthus blumei, Plectranthus ingratus, Plectranthus laciniatus, Plectranthus nudiflorus, Plectranthus scutellarioides, Solenostemon blumei, Solenostemon scutellarioides

AI-generated Description

Coleus scutellarioides, also known as Coleus blumei, is a tropical perennial plant native to Southeast Asia. In Qatar, it is commonly grown as an ornamental plant for its vibrant, multicolored leaves with unique patterns. It thrives in the country's warm climate and is often used in landscaping and gardening due to its ability to tolerate high temperatures and humidity. In Qatar, Coleus scutellarioides is typically cultivated in shaded areas or indoors to protect it from intense sunlight, and its growth is supported through regular watering and fertilization. The plant's adaptability and aesthetic appeal make it a popular choice for decorative gardens and indoor spaces in Qatar.

Coleus plants (Coleus blumei Cv, Coleus scutellarioides) in Dahl Al Hamam Park at Al Markhiya Street. Doha, Qatar, May 3, 2016
LinkColeus plants (Coleus blumei Cv, Coleus scutellarioides) in Dahl Al Hamam Park at Al Markhiya Street. Doha, Qatar, May 3, 2016
Location on mapsAl Markhiya St, Doha, Qatar

AI-generated summary of observations

The observation of Coleus scutellarioides in Qatar revealed that the plant thrives in the country's climate. On May 3, 2016, at Dahl Al Hamam Park in Doha, Coleus plants, including Coleus blumei Cv and Coleus scutellarioides, were found to be growing vigorously. The plants exhibited vibrant colors and patterns on their leaves, with shades of pink, purple, and green. They were planted in well-maintained gardens and parks, indicating that they can tolerate the hot and dry conditions of Qatar's desert climate. The plants' ability to grow in full sun to partial shade suggests that they are adaptable to different light conditions. Overall, Coleus scutellarioides appears to be a suitable ornamental plant for landscaping in Qatar, adding color and beauty to public spaces. Its growth and appearance in Dahl Al Hamam Park demonstrate its potential for use in gardens and parks throughout the country.

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QNHG (Qatar Natural History Group) and associated people, for a possibility to participate in their field excursions and to learn about local nature.