Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
macrobotrys
ID:
534725

Status:
valid

Authors:
Nees

Source:
cmp

Year:
1847

Citation Micro:
Prodr. 11: 516 (1847)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000534057

Common Names

  • Andrographis macrobotrys
  • Macrobotry Andrographis
  • Macrobotry Green-weeds

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Synonyms

  • Andrographis wightiana T.Anderson & Thwaites [unknown]

Description

Andrographis macrobotrys (also called Large-spiked 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 macrobotrys 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

Andrographis macrobotrys has small, white flowers and small, black seeds. The seedlings are small and have oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Andrographis macrobotrys 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 macrobotrys

Andrographis macrobotrys is native to India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar.

Andrographis macrobotrys FAQ

What is the scientific name of Andrographis macrobotrys?

Andrographis macrobotrys

What is the common name of Andrographis macrobotrys?

Macrobotrys Andrographis

What is the natural habitat of Andrographis macrobotrys?

Open woodlands, grasslands, and rocky hillsides

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,