Status:
valid
Authors:
(V.A.W.Graham) M.R.Almeida
Source:
ksu
Year:
2003
Citation Micro:
Fl. Maharashtra 4A: 90 (2003)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000747102
Common Names
- Nagpurensis Rostellularia
- Rostellularia Nagpurensis
- Nagpurensis
Description
Rostellularia nagpurensis (also called Nagpur Rostellularia, among many other common names) is an annual herb that grows up to 1 meter tall. It is native to India and is found in tropical and subtropical moist montane forests.
Uses & Benefits
Rostellularia nagpurensis is used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat various ailments, including skin diseases, fever, and headaches. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Rostellularia nagpurensis has small, purple flowers that bloom in clusters. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Rostellularia nagpurensis can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Division can be done in spring or autumn. The clumps should be divided into smaller sections and replanted.
Where to Find Rostellularia nagpurensis
Rostellularia nagpurensis is native to India and can be found in the wild in this region.
Rostellularia nagpurensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Rostellularia nagpurensis?
Rostellularia nagpurensis
What is the family of Rostellularia nagpurensis?
Asteraceae
Where is Rostellularia nagpurensis found?
India
Species in the Rostellularia genus
Rostellularia adscendens,
Rostellularia ovata,
Rostellularia palustris,
Rostellularia procumbens,
Rostellularia psychotrioides,
Rostellularia hijangensis,
Rostellularia lanceolata,
Rostellularia obtusa,
Rostellularia rachaburensis,
Rostellularia royeniana,
Rostellularia serpyllifolia,
Rostellularia simplex,
Rostellularia smeruensis,
Rostellularia quinquangularis,
Rostellularia diffusa,
Rostellularia chiengmaiensis,
Rostellularia assamica,
Rostellularia ardjunensis,
Rostellularia backeri,
Rostellularia bankaoensis,
Rostellularia brachystachya,
Rostellularia nagpurensis,
Rostellularia mollissima,
Rostellularia hayatae,
Rostellularia linearifolia,
Rostellularia humilis,
Rostellularia andamanica,
Rostellularia peploides,
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,