Sonerila arunachalensis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
arunachalensis
ID:
163405
Status:
valid
Authors:
G.S.Giri, A.Pramanik & H.J.Chowdhery
Source:
ipni
Year:
1992
Citation Micro:
Indian J. Forest. 15(1): 95 (1992)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000162734
Common Names
- Sonerila arunachalensis
- Arunachalensis Sonerila
- Arunachalensis
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Sonerila arunachalensis (also called 'Arunachal sonerila', among many other common names) is a small shrub that is native to the Himalayas in India. It has small, ovate leaves and white flowers. It typically grows in moist, shady areas.
Uses & Benefits
Sonerila arunachalensis is a popular ornamental plant, often used in gardens and flower arrangements. It is also known for its medicinal properties, including its ability to treat respiratory issues, reduce inflammation, and boost the immune system.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Sonerila arunachalensis is a white or yellowish-white, with a yellowish-green throat. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Sonerila arunachalensis is a tropical fern native to Southeast Asia. It prefers moist, shady environments and can be propagated by spores, division, or by rhizome cuttings. It can be cultivated in a pot or in the ground in a shady area.
Where to Find Sonerila arunachalensis
Sonerila arunachalensis is endemic to the Eastern Himalayas in India and can be found in the states of Arunachal Pradesh, Assam, Meghalaya, Sikkim, and West Bengal.
Sonerila arunachalensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Sonerila arunachalensis?
Sonerila arunachalensis
What is the family of Sonerila arunachalensis?
Melastomataceae
What is the common name of Sonerila arunachalensis?
No common name
Species in the Sonerila genus
Sonerila parameswaranii, Sonerila vatphouensis, Sonerila inaequalis, Sonerila albiflora, Sonerila amoena, Sonerila arguta, Sonerila arnottiana, Sonerila barbata, Sonerila barnesii, Sonerila beccariana, Sonerila belluta, Sonerila bensonii, Sonerila bicolor, Sonerila biflora, Sonerila borneensis, Sonerila bracteata, Sonerila brandisiana, Sonerila buruensis, Sonerila calaminthifolia, Sonerila calophylla, Sonerila calycula, Sonerila celebica, Sonerila clarkei, Sonerila cordifolia, Sonerila corneri, Sonerila costulata, Sonerila crassiuscula, Sonerila daalenii, Sonerila decipiens, Sonerila devicolamensis, Sonerila elatostemoides, Sonerila elegans, Sonerila elliptica, Sonerila exacoides, Sonerila firma, Sonerila froidevilleana, Sonerila gardneri, Sonerila gimlettei, Sonerila glaberrima, Sonerila glabriflora, Sonerila grandiflora, Sonerila grandis, Sonerila griffithii, Sonerila guneratnei, Sonerila harmandii, Sonerila harveyi, Sonerila helferi, Sonerila heterophylla, Sonerila hirsuta, Sonerila hirsutula,
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
Harsh Jeet Chowdhery (b.1949): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.J.Chowdhery' in the authors string.
Girija Sankar Giri (b.1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.S.Giri' in the authors string.
Arabinda Pramanik (b.1957): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Pramanik' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:977480-1: Based on the initial data import