Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
padangensis
ID:
1320130

Status:
valid

Authors:
Kiew

Source:
ipni

Year:
2011

Citation Micro:
Malayan Nat. J. 63: 664 (2011)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001332584

Common Names

  • Ridleyandra padangensis
  • Padangensis Ridleyandra
  • Padangen Ridleyandra

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Description

Ridleyandra padangensis (also called Padang Ridleyandra, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub with yellow flowers. It is native to Malaysia and grows in forests and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Ridleyandra padangensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Ridleyandra padangensis has white flowers with yellow centres. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ridleyandra padangensis is a perennial shrub native to Indonesia. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. It can be grown in pots or in the ground. It blooms in the summer with white or pink flowers.

Where to Find Ridleyandra padangensis

Ridleyandra padangensis can be found in the Mediterranean region, particularly in Spain and Portugal.

Ridleyandra padangensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ridleyandra padangensis?

Ridleyandra padangensis

What is the natural habitat of Ridleyandra padangensis?

It is native to Indonesia, where it grows in moist, shady areas.

What are the characteristics of Ridleyandra padangensis?

Ridleyandra padangensis is a perennial shrub with small, white flowers and lance-shaped leaves.

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

Ruth Kiew (b.1946): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kiew' in the authors string.