Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
stenophylla
ID:
534747

Status:
valid

Authors:
C.B.Clarke

Source:
cmp

Year:
1884

Citation Micro:
Fl. Brit. India 4: 503 (1884)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000534079

Common Names

  • Andrographis stenophylla
  • Narrow-Leaved Andrographis
  • Narrow-Leaf Andrographis

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Description

Andrographis stenophylla (also called the Narrow-leaved 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 stenophylla is used as a medicinal plant to treat a variety of ailments. It is also used in traditional Chinese medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Andrographis stenophylla 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 stenophylla is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers a moist, well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can be grown in a variety of soils. It can be propagated by seed or division.

Where to Find Andrographis stenophylla

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

Andrographis stenophylla FAQ

What is the scientific name of Andrographis stenophylla?

Andrographis stenophylla

What is the common name of Andrographis stenophylla?

Narrow-leaved Andrographis

What is the natural habitat of Andrographis stenophylla?

It is native to India and Sri Lanka

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

Charles Baron Clarke (1832-1906): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.B.Clarke' in the authors string.
Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.