Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
elegans
ID:
361726

Status:
valid

Authors:
(P.Beauv.) T.Anderson

Source:
cmp

Year:
1863

Citation Micro:
J. Proc. Linn. Soc., Bot. 7: 33 (1863)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000361058



Common Names

  • Lankesteria elegans
  • Elegant Lankesteria
  • Lankesteria


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Description

Lankesteria elegans (also called 'Elegant Lankesteria', among many other common names) is an annual herb with a stem that is usually erect, growing up to 60 cm tall. It is native to India, Sri Lanka, and Southeast Asia and is found in wet places such as marshes, swamps, and riverbanks.

Uses & Benefits

Lankesteria elegans is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. Its leaves are also used for medicinal purposes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Lankesteria elegans are small, white and have four petals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small, green and have two cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lankesteria elegans is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers a well-drained soil and full sun. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It should be watered regularly during the growing season and fertilized occasionally.

Where to Find Lankesteria elegans

Lankesteria elegans can be found in India, Nepal, and Sri Lanka.

Lankesteria elegans FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lankesteria elegans?

Lankesteria elegans

What are the common names of Lankesteria elegans?

Elegant False Daisy

What is the natural habitat of Lankesteria elegans?

Dry grasslands, open scrub, 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,

References

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.