Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
racemosa
ID:
765478

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ridl.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1905

Citation Micro:
J. Straits Branch Roy. Asiat. Soc. 44: 198 (1905)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000764811



Common Names

  • Curculigo racemosa
  • Racemosa Black-Ginger
  • Racemose Black-Ginger


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Description

Curculigo racemosa (also called Black-grass, among many other common names) is a perennial herb that grows up to 1.2 m tall. It is native to tropical regions of India, Sri Lanka, and China. It is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests, as well as in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Curculigo racemosa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headache, and stomach pain.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Curculigo racemosa has small, yellow flowers with 6 petals and a yellow centre. Its seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have a single, long, narrow leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Curculigo racemosa is a tropical evergreen perennial that grows in full sun to partial shade. It can be propagated from seeds or by division. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and should be fertilized regularly.

Where to Find Curculigo racemosa

Curculigo racemosa is native to India, Bangladesh, and Sri Lanka.

Curculigo racemosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Curculigo racemosa?

Curculigo racemosa

What is the natural habitat of Curculigo racemosa?

It is native to India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar.

What are the medicinal uses of Curculigo racemosa?

It is used in traditional medicine for treating fever, dysentery, and skin diseases.

Species in the Hypoxidaceae family

Curculigo annamitica, Curculigo breviscapa, Curculigo capitulata, Curculigo conoc, Curculigo disticha, Curculigo ensifolia, Curculigo erecta, Curculigo gracilis, Curculigo latifolia, Curculigo oligantha, Curculigo orchioides, Curculigo pilosa, Curculigo prainiana, Curculigo racemosa, Curculigo rhizophylla, Curculigo scorzonerifolia, Curculigo seychellensis, Curculigo sinensis, Curculigo tonkinensis, Curculigo trichocarpa, Curculigo savantwadiensis, Curculigo maharashtrensis, Curculigo fabrei, Curculigo maheensis, Empodium elongatum, Empodium flexile, Empodium gloriosum, Empodium monophyllum, Empodium namaquensis, Empodium plicatum, Empodium veratrifolium, Empodium namaquensis, Empodium veratrifolium, Hypoxis abyssinica, Hypoxis acuminata, Hypoxis angustifolia, Hypoxis argentea, Hypoxis arillacea, Hypoxis aurea, Hypoxis bampsiana, Hypoxis baurii, Hypoxis camerooniana, Hypoxis canaliculata, Hypoxis catamarcensis, Hypoxis colchicifolia, Hypoxis costata, Hypoxis cuanzensis, Hypoxis curtissii, Hypoxis decumbens, Hypoxis demissa,

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