Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Genus:
Species:
nayarii
ID:
163164

Status:
valid

Authors:
G.S.Giri

Source:
ipni

Year:
1983

Citation Micro:
J. Econ. Taxon. Bot. 4(2): 609 (1983) (1983)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000162493



Common Names

  • Osbeckia Nayarii
  • Nayar's Osbeckia
  • Nayar's Osbeckia Nayarii


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Synonyms

  • Ceramicalyx pulchellus Blume [unknown]

Description

Osbeckia nayarii (also called 'Nayar's Osbeckia' and 'Nayar's Strobilanthes', among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to India. It has a greyish bark and its leaves are ovate-lanceolate, with a length of 2-4 cm. It is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests, as well as in dry deciduous forests.

Uses & Benefits

Osbeckia nayarii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, cold, and cough.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Osbeckia nayarii is a small, white or yellowish-white, with a tube-like corolla. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, with white or yellowish-white flowers.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Osbeckia nayarii can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-draining potting mix. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer. The cuttings should be placed in a warm, humid environment until they have rooted.

Where to Find Osbeckia nayarii

Osbeckia nayarii is native to the tropical forests of India and Sri Lanka.

Osbeckia nayarii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Osbeckia nayarii?

Osbeckia nayarii

What is the common name of Osbeckia nayarii?

Nayarii Osbeckia

What is the habitat of Osbeckia nayarii?

It is found in the moist deciduous forests of India and Sri Lanka.

Species in the Osbeckia genus

Osbeckia tirunelvelica, Osbeckia australiana, Osbeckia aspericaulis, Osbeckia buxifolia, Osbeckia dolichophylla, Osbeckia ericoides, Osbeckia gracilis, Osbeckia lanata, Osbeckia melastomacea, Osbeckia moonii, Osbeckia parvifolia, Osbeckia rheedei, Osbeckia setoso-annulata, Osbeckia thorelii, Osbeckia walkeri, Osbeckia nayarii, Osbeckia abrahamii, Osbeckia cochinchinensis, Osbeckia octandra, Osbeckia bicolor, Osbeckia aspera, Osbeckia brachystemon, Osbeckia mehrana, Osbeckia reticulata, Osbeckia muralis, Osbeckia virgata, Osbeckia wynaadensis, Osbeckia chinensis, Osbeckia capitata, Osbeckia opipara, Osbeckia rostrata, Osbeckia nepalensis, Osbeckia crinita, Osbeckia rubicunda, Osbeckia nutans, Osbeckia stellata, Osbeckia leschenaultiana, Osbeckia zeylanica, Osbeckia travancorica, Osbeckia capitata, Osbeckia auricola, Osbeckia drepanosepala, Osbeckia heteranthera, Osbeckia saddlepeakensis, Osbeckia lanceolata, Osbeckia pendulifolia, Osbeckia sinensis, Osbeckia wightiana, Osbeckia luzoniensis, Osbeckia capitata,

Species in the Melastomataceae family

Acanthella sprucei, Acanthella pulchra, Acanthella conferta, Aciotis polystachya, Aciotis purpurascens, Aciotis acuminifolia, Aciotis annua, Aciotis rubricaulis, Aciotis cordata, Aciotis indecora, Aciotis paludosa, Aciotis circaeoides, Aciotis ornata, Aciotis circaeifolia, Aciotis wurdackiana, Aciotis olivieriana, Aciotis ferreirana, Aciotis viscida, Aciotis pendulifolia, Aciotis brachybotria, Acisanthera pulchella, Acisanthera quadrata, Acisanthera boliviensis, Acisanthera variabilis, Acisanthera uniflora, Acisanthera alsinaefolia, Acisanthera paraguayensis, Acisanthera alata, Acisanthera hedyotoidea, Acisanthera glazioviana, Acisanthera quadrata, Acisanthera ayangannae, Acisanthera divaricata, Adelobotrys ciliatus, Adelobotrys atlanticus, Adelobotrys adscendens, Adelobotrys barbatus, Adelobotrys ciliata, Adelobotrys macrophylla, Adelobotrys praetexta, Adelobotrys tessmannii, Adelobotrys boissieriana, Adelobotrys fuscescens, Adelobotrys macrantha, Adelobotrys rotundifolius, Adelobotrys subsessilis, Adelobotrys jefensis, Adelobotrys linearifolia, Adelobotrys ayangannensis, Adelobotrys scandens,

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