Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Species:
costata
ID:
163265

Status:
valid

Authors:
C.Hansen

Source:
ipni

Year:
1988

Citation Micro:
Bull. Mus. Natl. Hist. Nat., B, Adansonia , sér. 4, 9(3): 266 (1988)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000162594



Common Names

  • Poilannammia
  • Costata
  • Costata Bush


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Description

Poilannammia costata (also called Costate Poilannammia, among many other common names) is a small shrub with white flowers and a spreading habit. It is native to India and is found in moist forests and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Poilannammia costata is used in traditional medicine to treat fever, inflammation, and skin diseases. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Poilannammia costata is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals and a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedling is a small, green, oval-shaped plant.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Poilannammia costata is a herbaceous perennial plant native to tropical Asia. It has long, narrow leaves and small white flowers. It can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers a moist, well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -5°C (23°F).

Where to Find Poilannammia costata

Poilannammia costata is found in the tropical forests of India, from the Western Ghats to Assam.

Poilannammia costata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Poilannammia costata?

Poilannammia costata

What type of plant is Poilannammia costata?

Herb

Where does Poilannammia costata grow?

Southern India

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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