Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
canescens
ID:
380507

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Lam.) Spreng.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1824

Citation Micro:
Syst. Veg. 1: 42 (1824)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000379839



Common Names

  • Nelsonia canescens
  • Grey Nelsonia
  • Grey False-Mallow


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Synonyms

  • Origanum lanatum Bojer ex Nees [unknown]
  • Nelsonia canescens canescens [unknown]
  • Justicia vestita Schult. [unknown]

Description

Nelsonia canescens (also called 'Hoary Nelsonia', among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to India and Sri Lanka. It grows in open forests and scrubland, and is characterized by its glossy, dark green leaves and small, white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Nelsonia canescens is used in traditional medicine for treating fever, headaches, and stomach ailments. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Nelsonia canescens are white, with a yellow center. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are slender and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Nelsonia canescens is an evergreen shrub that is native to Southeast Asia. It prefers a warm, humid environment with plenty of indirect light. It prefers a moist, well-draining soil mix with a pH between 5.5 and 6.5. Propagation is done by cuttings or by seed.

Where to Find Nelsonia canescens

Nelsonia canescens is found in tropical Asia, from India to China and Japan.

Nelsonia canescens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Nelsonia canescens?

Nelsonia canescens

What is the common name of Nelsonia canescens?

Hoary Nelsonia

Where is Nelsonia canescens native to?

India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar

Species in the Nelsonia genus

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,

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