Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
richardsiae
ID:
555913

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ensermu

Source:
cmp

Year:
1998

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 53: 929 (1998)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000555245



Common Names

  • Richards' Asystasia
  • Mountain Asystasia
  • Mysore Asystasia


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Description

Asystasia richardsiae (also called Richards Asystasia, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to India and Sri Lanka. It has ovate leaves and white flowers with a yellow center. It is found in moist grasslands and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Asystasia richardsiae is used as an ornamental plant in landscaping and as a medicinal plant for treating fever and malaria.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Asystasia richardsiae are white or pale pink, with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings have a single pair of oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Asystasia richardsiae is an evergreen shrub that grows in moist, shady areas. It prefers bright, indirect light and high humidity. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained medium and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Asystasia richardsiae

Asystasia richardsiae is native to India and can be found in moist grasslands and woodlands.

Asystasia richardsiae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Asystasia richardsiae?

Asystasia richardsiae

What is the common name of Asystasia richardsiae?

Richards' Asystasia

What is the natural habitat of Asystasia richardsiae?

Asystasia richardsiae is native to the Mexican states of Coahuila, Nuevo León, San Luis Potosí, and Tamaulipas.

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

Ensermu Kelbessa (1952-2016): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ensermu' in the authors string.
Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.