Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Genus:
Species:
indecora
ID:
331610

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Baill.) Tsiang & P.T.Li

Source:
wcs

Year:
1973

Citation Micro:
Acta Phytotax. Sin. 11: 375 (1973)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000330942



Common Names

  • Vallaris indecora
  • Indecora Vallaris
  • Undecorative Vallaris


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Synonyms

  • Parabeaumontia indecora (Baill.) Pichon [unknown]
  • Beaumontia indecora Baill. [unknown]
  • Vallaris grandiflora Hemsl. & E.H.Wilson [unknown]

Description

Vallaris indecora (also called Ugly Vallaris, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to India and Sri Lanka. It has glossy green leaves and small white flowers that bloom in the summer. It is found in moist, shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Vallaris indecora is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for medicinal purposes, such as treating skin diseases and fever.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Vallaris indecora has small, white flowers with five petals and yellow stamens. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small, with long, thin stems and small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Vallaris indecora can be propagated through seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and planted in a well-drained soil mix. Both methods should be kept in a warm, bright location with indirect sunlight.

Where to Find Vallaris indecora

Vallaris indecora can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas, from Mexico to Brazil.

Vallaris indecora FAQ

What is the scientific name of Vallaris indecora?

Vallaris indecora

What kind of environment does Vallaris indecora prefer?

Vallaris indecora prefers warm, humid climates.

What type of soil does Vallaris indecora need?

Vallaris indecora needs well-draining, slightly acidic soil.

Species in the Vallaris genus

Species in the Apocynaceae family

Acokanthera laevigata, Acokanthera oblongifolia, Acokanthera oppositifolia, Acokanthera rotundata, Acokanthera schimperi, Adenium boehmianum, Adenium multiflorum, Adenium obesum, Adenium oleifolium, Adenium swazicum, Adenium dhofarense, Aganosma breviloba, Aganosma cymosa, Aganosma gracilis, Aganosma lacei, Aganosma petelotii, Aganosma schlechteriana, Aganosma siamensis, Aganosma wallichii, Aganosma heynei, Alafia alba, Alafia barteri, Alafia benthamii, Alafia berrieri, Alafia calophylla, Alafia caudata, Alafia erythrophthalma, Alafia falcata, Alafia fuscata, Alafia insularis, Alafia intermedia, Alafia landolphioides, Alafia lucida, Alafia microstylis, Alafia multiflora, Alafia nigrescens, Alafia orientalis, Alafia parciflora, Alafia pauciflora, Alafia perrieri, Alafia schumannii, Alafia thouarsii, Alafia vallium, Alafia verschuereni, Alafia whytei, Alafia zambesiaca, Allamanda calcicola, Allamanda angustifolia, Allamanda blanchetii, Allamanda cathartica,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-211390: Based on the initial data import
Henri Ernest Baillon (1827-1895): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Baill.' in the authors string.
Ying Tsiang (1898-1982): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Tsiang' in the authors string.
Ping Tao Li (b.1936): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.T.Li' in the authors string.