Damrongia orientalis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
orientalis
ID:
1333511
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Craib) C.Puglisi
Source:
ipni
Year:
2016
Citation Micro:
Taxon 65: 285 (2016)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001345965
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Damrongia orientalis (also called Oriental Damrongia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Rubiaceae. It is native to Southeast Asia and is found in moist, shady forests. It is an evergreen shrub with small, white flowers and glossy, dark green leaves.
Uses & Benefits
Damrongia orientalis is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Damrongia orientalis is yellow and tubular. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are thin and have a single cotyledon.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Damrongia orientalis is a shrub native to Southeast Asia. It is best grown in a well-drained soil in full sun. It should be watered regularly and fertilized once a month. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings.
Where to Find Damrongia orientalis
Damrongia orientalis is native to India, Bangladesh, and Myanmar. It can be found in tropical and subtropical forests.
Damrongia orientalis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Damrongia orientalis?
Damrongia orientalis
What is the common name of Damrongia orientalis?
Orientalis Damrongia
What is the natural habitat of Damrongia orientalis?
Damrongia orientalis is native to the tropical forests of Southeast Asia
Species in the Damrongia genus
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
William Grant Craib (1882-1933): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Craib' in the authors string.
Carmen Puglisi: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.Puglisi' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77155645-1: Based on the initial data import