Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
gracilis
ID:
534715

Status:
valid

Authors:
Nees

Source:
cmp

Year:
1847

Citation Micro:
Prodr. 11: 516 (1847)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000534047

Common Names

  • Andrographis gracilis
  • Gracile Andrographis
  • Gracile Green-weeds

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Description

Andrographis gracilis (also called Slender Andrographis, 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 gracilis 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 gracilis 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 gracilis 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 gracilis

Andrographis gracilis is native to India, Sri Lanka, and Bangladesh.

Andrographis gracilis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Andrographis gracilis?

Andrographis gracilis

What is the common name of Andrographis gracilis?

Gracile Andrographis

What is the natural habitat of Andrographis gracilis?

Open woodlands, grasslands, and rocky hillsides

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