Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Genus:
Species:
insignis
ID:
395254

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hook.f.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1860

Citation Micro:
Trans. Linn. Soc. London 23: 170 (1860)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000394586



Common Names

  • Parishia insignis
  • Insignis Parishia
  • Parishia Insignis Tree


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Synonyms

  • Parishia rosea Ridl. [unknown]
  • Parishia pubescens Hook.f. [unknown]
  • Parishia lowei Ridl. [unknown]
  • Parishia borneensis Ridl. [unknown]
  • Astronium insigne Marchand [unknown]

Description

Parishia insignis (also called Insignis Parishia, among many other common names) is a species of shrub in the Rubiaceae family. It is native to India and Sri Lanka and is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests. It grows up to 1 meter in height and has a trunk diameter of up to 30 cm.

Uses & Benefits

Parishia insignis is used medicinally to treat fever, diarrhea, and skin diseases. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Parishia insignis is yellow and bell-shaped. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single cotyledon.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Parishia insignis is a perennial herb that is native to India and Sri Lanka. It can be propagated from seed or by division of the rootstock. It prefers a moist, well-drained soil in full sun to partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to 20°F (-6°C).

Where to Find Parishia insignis

Parishia insignis is native to India, Sri Lanka, and the Andaman Islands. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests, usually in moist and shady places.

Parishia insignis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Parishia insignis?

Parishia insignis

What is the common name of Parishia insignis?

Showy parishia

What is the natural habitat of Parishia insignis?

It is native to China, Japan, and Korea

Species in the Anacardiaceae family

Abrahamia buxifolia, Abrahamia thouvenotii, Abrahamia littoralis, Abrahamia latifolia, Abrahamia minutifolia, Abrahamia ditimena, Abrahamia betamponensis, Abrahamia capuronii, Abrahamia delphinensis, Abrahamia ellipticarpa, Abrahamia elongata, Abrahamia itromoensis, Abrahamia turkii, Abrahamia deflexa, Abrahamia grandidieri, Abrahamia humbertii, Abrahamia ibityensis, Abrahamia lecomtei, Abrahamia lenticellata, Abrahamia lokobensis, Abrahamia longipetiolata, Abrahamia louvelii, Abrahamia nitida, Abrahamia oblongifolia, Abrahamia pauciflora, Abrahamia phillipsonii, Abrahamia sambiranensis, Abrahamia sericea, Abrahamia suarezensis, Abrahamia viguieri, Abrahamia revoluta, Abrahamia antongilensis, Abrahamia darainensis, Abrahamia patrickii, Actinocheita filicina, Allospondias lakonensis, Allospondias laxiflora, Amphipterygium simplicifolium, Amphipterygium adstringens, Amphipterygium amplifolium, Amphipterygium glaucum, Amphipterygium molle, Anacardium amapaense, Anacardium amilcarianum, Anacardium brasiliense, Anacardium caracolii, Anacardium corymbosum, Anacardium curatellifolium, Anacardium excelsum, Anacardium fruticosum,