Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
gangetica
ID:
555865

Status:
valid

Authors:
(L.) T.Anderson

Source:
cmp

Year:
1860

Citation Micro:
Enum. Pl. Zeyl. : 235 (1860)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000555197



Common Names

  • Gangetic Asystasia
  • Creeping Foxglove
  • Tropical Foxglove


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Synonyms

  • Asystasia coromandeliana Burkill & C.B.Clarke [unknown]

Description

Asystasia gangetica (also called Ganges Asystasia, among many other common names) is a perennial herb that is native to Asia. It grows in a variety of habitats, including grasslands, woodlands, and savannas.

Uses & Benefits

Asystasia gangetica is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used to attract butterflies and other beneficial insects to the garden.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Asystasia gangetica var. gangetica
Asystasia gangetica var. krishnae Tandyekk., Pandur. & N.Mohanan

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Asystasia gangetica is white and tubular, with a yellow center. The seed is small and black, and the seedling is a small, green, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Asystasia gangetica is a fast-growing, evergreen perennial that can be propagated by division or cuttings. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and partial shade. It can be grown in full sun, but may require more frequent watering. It is tolerant of a wide range of soils, including clay. It is also tolerant of salt and drought. It can be propagated from seed, but this is not recommended, as the seedlings may not come true to the parent plant.

Where to Find Asystasia gangetica

Asystasia gangetica is native to the tropical forests of Africa and Asia.

Asystasia gangetica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Asystasia gangetica?

Asystasia gangetica

What is the common name of Asystasia gangetica?

Ganges Glandular Bush

What is the natural habitat of Asystasia gangetica?

Tropical forests

Species in the Asystasia genus

Asystasia indica, Asystasia africana, Asystasia alba, Asystasia albiflora, Asystasia ammophila, Asystasia ansellioides, Asystasia atriplicifolia, Asystasia australasica, Asystasia buettneri, Asystasia charmian, Asystasia chelonoides, Asystasia congensis, Asystasia crispata, Asystasia dalzelliana, Asystasia excellens, Asystasia gangetica, Asystasia glandulifera, Asystasia glandulosa, Asystasia guttata, Asystasia hedbergii, Asystasia hispida, Asystasia kerrii, Asystasia laticapsula, Asystasia lawiana, Asystasia ledermannii, Asystasia leptostachya, Asystasia lindauiana, Asystasia linearis, Asystasia lorata, Asystasia macrophylla, Asystasia malawiana, Asystasia masaiensis, Asystasia mysurensis, Asystasia nemorum, Asystasia oppositiflora, Asystasia pusilla, Asystasia retrocarpa, Asystasia richardsiae, Asystasia riparia, Asystasia salicifolia, Asystasia scandens, Asystasia schliebenii, Asystasia subbiflora, Asystasia travancorica, Asystasia trichotogyne, Asystasia varia, Asystasia variabilis, Asystasia vogeliana, Asystasia welwitschii, Asystasia zambiana,

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

Carl Linnaeus (1707-1778): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.' in the authors string.
Thomas Anderson (1832-1870): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'T.Anderson' in the authors string.
Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.