Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
chendurunii
ID:
534709

Status:
valid

Authors:
E.S.S.Kumar, A.E.S.Khan & S.G.Gopal

Source:
cmp

Year:
2004

Citation Micro:
Nordic J. Bot. 22: 683 (2004)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000534041

Common Names

  • Andrographis chendurunii
  • Chendurunii Andrographis
  • Chendurunii Andrographis Plant

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Description

Andrographis chendurunii (also called Chendurunii, among many other common names) is a small, erect, annual herb with a woody stem and opposite, ovate-lanceolate leaves. It is native to India and is found in tropical and subtropical regions in open forests, grasslands, and wastelands.

Uses & Benefits

Andrographis chendurunii is used in traditional medicine to treat fever, cold, and bronchitis. It is also used as an insect repellent and to treat skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower of Andrographis chendurunii 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 chendurunii 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 chendurunii

Andrographis chendurunii is native to India.

Andrographis chendurunii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Andrographis chendurunii?

Andrographis chendurunii

What is the common name of Andrographis chendurunii?

Chendurun's andrographis

What is the native range of Andrographis chendurunii?

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

Ettickal Sukumaran Santhosh Kumar (b.1971): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'E.S.S.Kumar' in the authors string.
A.E.Shanavas Khan: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.E.S.Khan' in the authors string.
Seema G. Gopal: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.G.Gopal' in the authors string.
Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.