Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Genus:
Species:
perfoliata
ID:
584724

Status:
valid

Authors:
Lam.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1785

Citation Micro:
Encycl. 1: 601 (1785)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000584056

Common Names

  • Canscora Perfoliata
  • Canscora Perfoliata
  • Canscora Perfoliata

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Description

Canscora perfoliata (also called 'Canscora', among many other common names) is a species of herbaceous plant in the Rubiaceae family. It is native to tropical regions of South and Southeast Asia, and is found in moist forests. It has a thick, fleshy leaves and its flowers are white and tubular in shape. The plant can grow up to 1 meter in height.

Uses & Benefits

Canscora perfoliata is used as a traditional medicine, as well as for its wood and oil.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Canscora perfoliata are white and tubular with five petals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Canscora perfoliata is a small, evergreen shrub native to tropical rainforests of Southeast Asia. It is usually propagated by seed. The seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. The seedlings should be transplanted into individual containers when they are large enough to handle. It prefers a warm, humid environment and should be grown in full sun or partial shade.

Where to Find Canscora perfoliata

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

Canscora perfoliata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Canscora perfoliata?

Canscora perfoliata

What are the common names of Canscora perfoliata?

Perfoliate Canscora, Perfoliate Canscora

What is the natural habitat of Canscora perfoliata?

Dry deciduous forests, scrub forests, and grasslands

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