Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Genus:
Species:
heteroclita
ID:
584707

Status:
valid

Authors:
(L.) Gilg

Source:
cmp

Year:
1895

Citation Micro:
Nat. Pflanzenfam. 4(2): 76 (1895)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000584039

Common Names

  • Canscora Heteroclita
  • Canscora Heteroclita
  • Canscora Heteroclita

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Synonyms

  • Canscora sessiliflora (Roxb.) Schult. & Schult.f. [unknown]

Description

Canscora heteroclita (also called Variable canscora, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Rubiaceae family. It is native to India and Sri Lanka. It grows in humid, tropical forests, often in sandy soils.

Uses & Benefits

Canscora heteroclita is used as an ornamental plant and is known for its attractive foliage. It is also used in traditional medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Canscora heteroclita has small, white flowers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Canscora heteroclita is a perennial herb that grows in moist, shady areas. It can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a moist, well-drained soil and kept at a temperature of 20-25°C. Division can be done in spring or autumn, with the roots divided into smaller clumps and replanted in moist, well-drained soil.

Where to Find Canscora heteroclita

Canscora heteroclita is native to India, Nepal, and Bhutan. It can be found in moist deciduous forests, along streams, and in grasslands.

Canscora heteroclita FAQ

What is the natural habitat of Canscora heteroclita?

Canscora heteroclita is native to India and Sri Lanka.

What type of soil does Canscora heteroclita prefer?

Canscora heteroclita prefers a well-draining, slightly acidic soil.

How much light does Canscora heteroclita need?

Canscora heteroclita needs bright, indirect light.

Species in the Gentianaceae family

Adenolisianthus arboreus, Anthocleista amplexicaulis, Anthocleista djalonensis, Anthocleista grandiflora, Anthocleista inermis, Anthocleista laxiflora, Anthocleista liebrechtsiana, Anthocleista longifolia, Anthocleista madagascariensis, Anthocleista microphylla, Anthocleista nobilis, Anthocleista obanensis, Anthocleista procera, Anthocleista scandens, Anthocleista schweinfurthii, Anthocleista vogelii, Anthocleista potalioides, Aripuana cullmaniorum, Bartonia paniculata, Bartonia verna, Bartonia virginica, Bisgoeppertia robustior, Bisgoeppertia gracilis, Bisgoeppertia scandens, Blackstonia acuminata, Blackstonia grandiflora, Blackstonia imperfoliata, Blackstonia perfoliata, Calolisianthus amplissimus, Calolisianthus pedunculatus, Canscora alata, Canscora andrographioides, Canscora concanensis, Canscora diffusa, Canscora heteroclita, Canscora macrocalyx, Canscora pauciflora, Canscora perfoliata, Canscora roxburghii, Canscora schultesii, Canscora stricta, Canscora bidoupensis, Canscora bhatiana, Canscora shrirangiana, Canscora ciathula, Canscora tetraptera, Celiantha bella, Celiantha chimantensis, Celiantha imthurniana, Centaurium ameghinoi,

References