Status:
valid
Authors:
Dalzell
Source:
gcc
Year:
1850
Citation Micro:
Hooker's J. Bot. Kew Gard. Misc. 2: 344 (1850)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000023909
Common Names
- Adenoon Indicum
- Indian Borage
- Indian Mint
Description
Adenoon indicum (also called Indian Adenoon, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to India. It has small, oblong leaves and produces small, white flowers. It is found in open grasslands and scrub forests.
Uses & Benefits
Adenoon indicum is a shrub that is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It has fragrant white flowers and is also used as a hedge or windbreak. It is also used to attract bees and other pollinators.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Adenoon indicum is white and has five petals. The seed is small and black. The seedlings have long, thin leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Adenoon indicum is a perennial herb that can be propagated by division, cuttings, or seed. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It can be propagated by division in spring or autumn. Cuttings can be taken in spring or summer. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer.
Where to Find Adenoon indicum
Adenoon indicum is native to India and can be found in dry, open woodlands and grasslands.
Adenoon indicum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Adenoon indicum?
Adenoon indicum
What is the common name of Adenoon indicum?
Indian Adenoon
Where does Adenoon indicum grow?
Adenoon indicum grows in India, Nepal, and Sri Lanka.
Species in the Adenoon genus
Species in the Asteraceae family
Aaronsohnia pubescens,
Aaronsohnia factorovskyi,
Abrotanella filiformis,
Abrotanella rostrata,
Abrotanella linearis,
Abrotanella trilobata,
Abrotanella muscosa,
Abrotanella inconspicua,
Abrotanella trichoachaenia,
Abrotanella caespitosa,
Abrotanella nivigena,
Abrotanella pusilla,
Abrotanella linearifolia,
Abrotanella papuana,
Abrotanella rosulata,
Abrotanella emarginata,
Abrotanella fertilis,
Abrotanella spathulata,
Abrotanella purpurea,
Abrotanella patearoa,
Abrotanella submarginata,
Abrotanella diemii,
Abrotanella scapigera,
Abrotanella forsterioides,
Acamptopappus shockleyi,
Acamptopappus sphaerocephalus,
Acanthocephalus benthamianus,
Acanthocephalus amplexifolius,
Acanthocladium dockeri,
Acanthodesmos distichus,
Acanthodesmos gibarensis,
Acanthospermum humile,
Acanthospermum consobrinum,
Acanthospermum glabratum,
Acanthospermum microcarpum,
Acanthospermum hispidum,
Acanthospermum australe,
Acanthospermum lecocarpoides,
Acanthostyles buniifolius,
Acanthostyles saucechicoensis,
Achillea buiana,
Achillea conrathii,
Achillea cucullata,
Achillea styriaca,
Achillea clavennae,
Achillea cappadocica,
Achillea huber-morathii,
Achillea ptarmicoides,
Achillea sieheana,
Achillea barrelieri,