Status:
valid
Authors:
J.F.Maxwell
Source:
ipni
Year:
1983
Citation Micro:
Gard. Bull. Singapore 35(2): 224 (1983)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000162497
Common Names
- Large-Flowered Poikilogyne
- Grandiflora Poikilogyne
- Large-Flowered Sonerila
Description
Poikilogyne grandiflora (also called 'Grandiflora Poikilogyne' and 'Large-flowered Poikilogyne', among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to India and Sri Lanka. 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
Poikilogyne grandiflora is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It has a pleasant fragrance and is often used in perfumes. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as for treating skin diseases, fever, and digestive problems.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Poikilogyne grandiflora is white, with a yellow center. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped nut. The seedlings are small, with long, narrow leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Poikilogyne grandiflora 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 Poikilogyne grandiflora
Poikilogyne grandiflora is native to the tropical forests of India and Sri Lanka.
Poikilogyne grandiflora FAQ
What is the scientific name of Poikilogyne grandiflora?
Poikilogyne grandiflora
What is the common name of Poikilogyne grandiflora?
Grandiflora Poikilogyne
What is the habitat of Poikilogyne grandiflora?
It is found in the tropical forests of India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar.
Species in the Poikilogyne genus
Poikilogyne arfakensis,
Poikilogyne biporosa,
Poikilogyne callantha,
Poikilogyne cordifolia,
Poikilogyne furfuracea,
Poikilogyne hirta,
Poikilogyne hooglandii,
Poikilogyne macrophylla,
Poikilogyne magnifica,
Poikilogyne mucronato-serrulata,
Poikilogyne neglecta,
Poikilogyne parviflora,
Poikilogyne paucifolia,
Poikilogyne pentamera,
Poikilogyne robusta,
Poikilogyne roemeri,
Poikilogyne rubro-suffiusa,
Poikilogyne rugosa,
Poikilogyne setosa,
Poikilogyne bicolor,
Poikilogyne carinata,
Poikilogyne diastematica,
Poikilogyne grandiflora,
Poikilogyne multiflora,
Poikilogyne velutina,
Poikilogyne villosa,
Poikilogyne cornuta,
Poikilogyne lakekamuensis,
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,