Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
rubra
ID:
523617

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Merr.) B.L.Burtt

Source:
cmp

Year:
1968

Citation Micro:
Notes Roy. Bot. Gard. Edinburgh 28: 224 (1968)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000522949



Common Names

  • Agalmyla rubra
  • Rubra Agalmyla
  • Agalmyla of Rubra


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Synonyms

  • Tetradema rubrum Schltr. [unknown]
  • Trichosporum rubrum Merr. [unknown]

Description

Agalmyla rubra (also called Red Agalmyla, among many other common names) is a small, perennial herbaceous plant native to the tropical and subtropical regions of India and Sri Lanka. It is found in moist, shady areas, such as in forests, along streams, and in moist grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Agalmyla rubra is used in traditional medicine for treating fever, headache, and stomach pain. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Agalmyla rubra is a bright red, star-shaped bloom with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed with a smooth surface. The seedlings are thin, upright stems with small, bright green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Agalmyla rubra can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings can be taken from mature plants and rooted in a moist soil mix. Once established, Agalmyla rubra should be grown in full sun and watered regularly.

Where to Find Agalmyla rubra

Agalmyla rubra can be found in India, Nepal, Bhutan, and Myanmar.

Agalmyla rubra FAQ

What is the scientific name of Agalmyla rubra?

Agalmyla rubra

What is the common name of Agalmyla rubra?

Red Agalmyla

What is the natural habitat of Agalmyla rubra?

Tropical rainforest

Species in the Agalmyla genus

Agalmyla hilliardiae, Agalmyla affinis, Agalmyla aitinyuensis, Agalmyla ambonica, Agalmyla angiensis, Agalmyla angustifolia, Agalmyla aurantiaca, Agalmyla beccarii, Agalmyla bicolor, Agalmyla biflora, Agalmyla bilirana, Agalmyla borneensis, Agalmyla bracteata, Agalmyla brevifolia, Agalmyla brevipes, Agalmyla brownii, Agalmyla calelanensis, Agalmyla centralis, Agalmyla chalmersii, Agalmyla chorisepala, Agalmyla chrysostyla, Agalmyla clarkei, Agalmyla columneoides, Agalmyla decipiens, Agalmyla dentatisepala, Agalmyla diandra, Agalmyla elegans, Agalmyla elongata, Agalmyla erecta, Agalmyla exannulata, Agalmyla formosa, Agalmyla gjellerupii, Agalmyla glabra, Agalmyla glabrisepala, Agalmyla glandulosa, Agalmyla gracilis, Agalmyla hirta, Agalmyla hooglenii, Agalmyla immersinervia, Agalmyla inaequidentata, Agalmyla insularis, Agalmyla javanica, Agalmyla johannis-winkleri, Agalmyla keysseri, Agalmyla kowapiana, Agalmyla lavandulacea, Agalmyla leuserensis, Agalmyla lobata, Agalmyla longiattenuata, Agalmyla longipetiolata,

Species in the Gesneriaceae family

Acanthonema diandrum, Achimenes admirabilis, Achimenes antirrhina, Achimenes brevifolia, Achimenes candida, Achimenes cettoana, Achimenes dulcis, Achimenes erecta, Achimenes fimbriata, Achimenes flava, Achimenes glabrata, Achimenes grandiflora, Achimenes heterophylla, Achimenes hintoniana, Achimenes longiflora, Achimenes mexicana, Achimenes misera, Achimenes nayaritensis, Achimenes obscura, Achimenes occidentalis, Achimenes patens, Achimenes pedunculata, Achimenes skinneri, Achimenes woodii, Achimenes tincticoma, Achimenes elota, Achimenes sanguinea, Achimenes ixtapaensis, Aeschynanthus citrinus, Aeschynanthus membranifolius, Aeschynanthus mendumiae, Aeschynanthus sojolianus, Aeschynanthus dischidioides, Aeschynanthus minutifolius, Aeschynanthus acuminatissimus, Aeschynanthus acuminatus, Aeschynanthus albidus, Aeschynanthus amboinensis, Aeschynanthus amoenus, Aeschynanthus andersonii, Aeschynanthus angustifolius, Aeschynanthus angustioblongus, Aeschynanthus apicidens, Aeschynanthus arctocalyx, Aeschynanthus arfakensis, Aeschynanthus argentii, Aeschynanthus asclepioides, Aeschynanthus atrorubens, Aeschynanthus atrosanguineus, Aeschynanthus batakiorum,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2625223: Based on the initial data import
B. L. Burtt (1913-2008): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.L.Burtt' in the authors string.
Elmer Drew Merrill (1876-1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Merr.' in the authors string.