Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
pradeepiana
ID:
1322843

Status:
valid

Authors:
Nampy, Manudev & A.Weber

Source:
ipni

Year:
2012

Citation Micro:
Rheedea 22: 119 (2012)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001335297



Common Names

  • Henckelia pradeepiana
  • Pradeep's Henckelia
  • Pradeep's Bluebell


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Description

Henckelia pradeepiana (also called Pradeep's Henckelia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant native to India. It has long, thin stems and small, white flowers with yellow centers. The leaves are oval-shaped and have a glossy green color. It typically grows in moist, shady areas, such as the edges of forests and rivers.

Uses & Benefits

Henckelia pradeepiana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for medicinal purposes and as a source of firewood.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Henckelia pradeepiana is white in color with a diameter of 2 cm. The seed is small and black in color. The seedlings are thin and long with a white stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Henckelia pradeepiana is a hardy perennial that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It prefers well-drained soil and can tolerate dry conditions. Propagation is by seed or division of the root clump.

Where to Find Henckelia pradeepiana

Henckelia pradeepiana is native to India, where it can be found in the tropical forests of the Western Ghats.

Henckelia pradeepiana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Henckelia pradeepiana?

Henckelia pradeepiana

What type of plant is Henckelia pradeepiana?

It is a perennial herbaceous plant.

Where is Henckelia pradeepiana found?

It is found in India.

Species in the Henckelia genus

Henckelia bifolia, Henckelia crenata, Henckelia diffusa, Henckelia fischeri, Henckelia floccosa, Henckelia follicularis, Henckelia gambleana, Henckelia gardneri, Henckelia grandifolia, Henckelia humboldtiana, Henckelia incana, Henckelia innominata, Henckelia lyrata, Henckelia macrostachya, Henckelia meeboldii, Henckelia missionis, Henckelia ovalifolia, Henckelia pumila, Henckelia punctata, Henckelia repens, Henckelia scortechinii, Henckelia semitorta, Henckelia serrata, Henckelia stenophylla, Henckelia urticifolia, Henckelia vulcanica, Henckelia wightii, Henckelia zeylanica, Henckelia anthonysamyi, Henckelia adenocalyx, Henckelia anachoreta, Henckelia angusta, Henckelia auriculata, Henckelia briggsioides, Henckelia burttii, Henckelia calva, Henckelia dielsii, Henckelia dibangensis, Henckelia ceratoscyphus, Henckelia walkerae, Henckelia monantha, Henckelia dimidiata, Henckelia fasciculiflora, Henckelia forrestii, Henckelia fruticola, Henckelia heterostigma, Henckelia hookeri, Henckelia infundibuliformis, Henckelia insignis, Henckelia lacei,

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

Santhosh Nampy (b.1966): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Nampy' in the authors string.
Anton Weber (b.1947): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Weber' in the authors string.
K. Madhavan Manudev (b.1986): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Manudev' in the authors string.