Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Species:
peltata
ID:
162163

Status:
valid

Authors:
Stapf ex Ridl.

Source:
ipni

Year:
1946

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 1(1): 38 (1946)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000161492



Common Names

  • Climbing Dayflower
  • Climbing Spiderwort
  • Climbing Widow's Tears


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Description

Phyllagathis peltata (also called Indian Agrimony, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Rubiaceae family. It is a small, erect herb, growing up to 1 m tall. It is native to India, Nepal, Bhutan, and Sri Lanka. It is found in moist, shady places in deciduous forests, along streams and in grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Phyllagathis peltata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, colds, and stomach problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Phyllagathis peltata is white and tubular with four petals. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Phyllagathis peltata is a perennial herb that grows in moist, shady areas. It can be propagated by division of the rhizomes or by seed. The seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination occurs. Once the seedlings have developed a few leaves, they can be transplanted into individual pots.

Where to Find Phyllagathis peltata

Phyllagathis peltata is native to India, Sri Lanka, and the Andaman Islands. It can be found in tropical and subtropical forests, often in areas with high humidity.

Phyllagathis peltata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Phyllagathis peltata?

Phyllagathis peltata

What is the common name of Phyllagathis peltata?

No common name

What is the family of Phyllagathis peltata?

Gesneriaceae

Species in the Phyllagathis genus

Phyllagathis stolonifera, Phyllagathis atroviolacea, Phyllagathis guttata, Phyllagathis jacobsiana, Phyllagathis osmantha, Phyllagathis penrissenensis, Phyllagathis rufa, Phyllagathis steenisii, Phyllagathis subacaulis, Phyllagathis beccariana, Phyllagathis brookei, Phyllagathis cordata, Phyllagathis elliptica, Phyllagathis gigantifolia, Phyllagathis guillauminii, Phyllagathis gymnantha, Phyllagathis peltata, Phyllagathis pulcherrima, Phyllagathis tonkinensis, Phyllagathis tuberculata, Phyllagathis nanakorniana, Phyllagathis deltoda, Phyllagathis longifolius, Phyllagathis longispicatus, Phyllagathis maxwellii, Phyllagathis brevipedunculata, Phyllagathis dichotoma, Phyllagathis driessenioides, Phyllagathis longicalcarata, Phyllagathis prostrata, Phyllagathis sessilifolia, Phyllagathis suberalata, Phyllagathis subrotunda, Phyllagathis truncata, Phyllagathis marumiaetricha, Phyllagathis ovalifolia, Phyllagathis setotheca, Phyllagathis stenophylla, Phyllagathis melastomatoides, Phyllagathis hispidissima, Phyllagathis deltoidea, Phyllagathis ternata, Phyllagathis velutina, Phyllagathis gracilis, Phyllagathis scorpiothyrsoides, Phyllagathis tetrandra, Phyllagathis elattandra, Phyllagathis cavaleriei, Phyllagathis asarifolia, Phyllagathis erecta,

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,

References

Henry Nicholas Ridley (1855-1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ridl.' in the authors string.
Otto Stapf (1857-1933): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Stapf' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:574720-1: Based on the initial data import