Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Genus:
Species:
elegantissima
ID:
394873

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Schinz) Dandy

Source:
cmp

Year:
1950

Citation Micro:
Fl. Pl. Sudan 1: 119 (1950)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000394205

Common Names

  • Pandiaka Elegantissima
  • Elegantissima Pandiaka
  • Pandiaka Elegantissima Tree

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Synonyms

  • Achyranthes elegantissima Schinz [unknown]

Description

Pandiaka elegantissima (also called Elegant Pandiaka, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant native to tropical Asia. It has small, oval leaves and yellowish-white flowers. It grows in moist, shady areas, such as forests and thickets.

Uses & Benefits

Pandiaka elegantissima is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments such as fever, cough, and colds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Pandiaka elegantissima is a small, white, fragrant flower. The seed is a small, black, triangular seed. The seedling is a small, green, heart-shaped seedling.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pandiaka elegantissima is a fast-growing, evergreen tree that can reach up to 30 feet in height. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-draining soil. Propagation is best done by cuttings or layering. Cuttings should be taken in the spring or summer and planted in a well-draining potting mix. Layering can be done by burying a branch in the soil and allowing it to root. Once the roots have formed, the branch can be cut off and planted in a pot.

Where to Find Pandiaka elegantissima

Pandiaka elegantissima is native to India and Sri Lanka.

Pandiaka elegantissima FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pandiaka elegantissima?

Pandiaka elegantissima

What is the common name of Pandiaka elegantissima?

Elegant Pandiaka

What is the natural habitat of Pandiaka elegantissima?

It is native to India, Nepal, and Sri Lanka

Species in the Amaranthaceae family

Achyranthes arborescens, Achyranthes aspera, Achyranthes bidentata, Achyranthes diandra, Achyranthes fasciculata, Achyranthes mangarevica, Achyranthes marchionica, Achyranthes margaretarum, Achyranthes mutica, Achyranthes splendens, Achyranthes talbotii, Achyranthes shahii, Achyropsis avicularis, Achyropsis filifolia, Achyropsis fruticulosa, Achyropsis gracilis, Achyropsis laniceps, Achyropsis leptostachya, Acroglochin obtusifolia, Acroglochin persicarioides, Aerva artemisioides, Aerva caudata, Aerva congesta, Aerva coriacea, Aerva edulis, Aerva glabrata, Aerva humbertii, Aerva javanica, Aerva lanata, Aerva leucura, Aerva madagassica, Aerva microphylla, Aerva monsonia, Aerva radicans, Aerva revoluta, Aerva sanguinolenta, Aerva timorensis, Aerva triangularifolia, Aerva villosa, Aerva wightii, Agathophora alopecuroides, Agriophyllum lateriflorum, Agriophyllum latifolium, Agriophyllum minus, Agriophyllum montasirii, Agriophyllum paletzkianum, Agriophyllum squarrosum, Allenrolfea occidentalis, Allenrolfea patagonica, Allenrolfea vaginata,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2407681: Based on the initial data import
Hans Schinz (1858-1941): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schinz' in the authors string.
James Edgar Dandy (1903-1976): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Dandy' in the authors string.