Status:
valid
Authors:
Gnanasek., Karupp. & G.V.S.Murthy
Source:
ipni
Year:
2016
Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 244: 89 (2016)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001344577
Common Names
- Megamalayana Toothcup
- Megamalayana Tooth-cup
- Megamalayana Tooth Cup
Description
Andrographis megamalayana (also called 'Malaytea', among many other common names) is a herbaceous plant native to Southeast Asia. It has a woody stem and its leaves are lanceolate and serrated. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as in open habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Andrographis megamalayana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is known for its attractive foliage and showy flowers.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Andrographis megamalayana has small, white flowers that are arranged in a spike-like inflorescence. Its seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings are small and have a rosette-like shape.
Cultivation and Propagation
Andrographis megamalayana can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a cold frame. When they are large enough to handle, prick the seedlings out into individual pots and grow them on in the greenhouse for at least their first winter. Plant them out into their permanent positions in late spring or early summer, after the last expected frosts. Division in spring or autumn. Larger clumps can be divided with a spade.
Where to Find Andrographis megamalayana
Andrographis megamalayana is native to India and can be found in moist deciduous forests and scrublands.
Andrographis megamalayana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Andrographis megamalayana?
Andrographis megamalayana
What is the family of Andrographis megamalayana?
Acanthaceae
Where is Andrographis megamalayana found?
Andrographis megamalayana is found in India.
Species in the Andrographis genus
Andrographis affinis,
Andrographis alata,
Andrographis atropurpurea,
Andrographis beddomei,
Andrographis chendurunii,
Andrographis echioides,
Andrographis elongata,
Andrographis explicata,
Andrographis glandulosa,
Andrographis gracilis,
Andrographis lawsonii,
Andrographis lineata,
Andrographis lobelioides,
Andrographis longipedunculata,
Andrographis macrobotrys,
Andrographis neesiana,
Andrographis paniculata,
Andrographis producta,
Andrographis rothii,
Andrographis rotundifolia,
Andrographis serpyllifolia,
Andrographis stellulata,
Andrographis stenophylla,
Andrographis viscosula,
Andrographis megamalayana,
Andrographis longipedunculata,
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
G. Gnanasekaran: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gnanasek.' in the authors string.