Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
alata
ID:
534703

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Vahl) Nees

Source:
cmp

Year:
1847

Citation Micro:
Prodr. 11: 516 (1847)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000534035

Common Names

  • Andrographis alata
  • Alata Andrographis
  • Alata Andrographis Plant

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Description

Andrographis alata (also called the Winged Andrographis, among many other common names) is an herb native to India. It has a rounded crown and a trunk that can reach up to 5 m in height. Its leaves are alternate, with a leathery texture and a bright green color. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as in open areas.

Uses & Benefits

Andrographis alata is an ornamental plant used in gardens and flower beds. It is also used as a medicinal plant, as it has anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, and antispasmodic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower of Andrographis alata is white, with a single spikelet. The seed is a small, round nut, and the seedlings are slender and have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Andrographis alata is a perennial herb that prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a warm, sheltered location. Cuttings can be taken in late spring or early summer and should be planted in a sandy, well-drained soil.

Where to Find Andrographis alata

Andrographis alata can be found in tropical rainforests of Southeast Asia.

Andrographis alata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Andrographis alata?

Andrographis alata

What is the common name of Andrographis alata?

Winged andrographis

What is the native range of Andrographis alata?

It is native to Southeast Asia.

Species in the Acanthaceae family

Acanthopale macrocarpa, Acanthopale confertiflora, Acanthopale decempedalis, Acanthopale laxiflora, Acanthopale madagascariensis, Acanthopale pubescens, Acanthopale aethiogermanica, Acanthopale breviceps, Acanthopale cuneifolia, Acanthopale ramiflora, Acanthopale perrieri, Acanthopale humblotii, Acanthopsis carduifolia, Acanthopsis disperma, Acanthopsis glauca, Acanthopsis hoffmannseggiana, Acanthopsis horrida, Acanthopsis scullyi, Acanthopsis spathularis, Acanthopsis disperma, Acanthopsis tuba, Acanthopsis ludoviciana, Acanthopsis adamanticola, Acanthopsis dispermoides, Acanthopsis erosa, Acanthopsis dregeana, Acanthopsis tetragona, Acanthopsis glandulopalmata, Acanthopsis insueta, Acanthopsis nitida, Acanthopsis pagodiformis, Acanthopsis glabra, Acanthopsis villosa, Acanthus austromontanus, Acanthus greuterianus, Acanthus kulalensis, Acanthus arboreus, Acanthus carduaceus, Acanthus caroli-alexandri, Acanthus caudatus, Acanthus dioscoridis, Acanthus ebracteatus, Acanthus eminens, Acanthus flexicaulis, Acanthus gaed, Acanthus guineensis, Acanthus hirsutus, Acanthus hungaricus, Acanthus ilicifolius, Acanthus latisepalus,

References

Christian Gottfried Daniel Nees von Esenbeck (1776-1858): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Nees' in the authors string.
Martin Vahl (1749-1804): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Vahl' in the authors string.
Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.