Naregamia alata - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Wight & Arn.
Source:
ksu
Year:
1834
Citation Micro:
Prodr. Fl. Ind. Orient. : 117 (1834)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000382469
Common Names
- Alata Naregamia
- Alata Water-Starwort
- Alata Marshwort
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- Turraea alata (Wight & Arn.) Cheek [unknown]
Description
Naregamia alata (also called Winged Naregamia, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub with white flowers and evergreen leaves. It is native to Africa and is found in dry, rocky habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Naregamia alata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments such as fever, skin diseases, and stomach problems.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Naregamia alata is a small, yellowish-green umbel, with each flower having three stamens. The seed is a small, three-sided nutlet. The seedlings are thin, grass-like and have a single leaf.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Naregamia alata is a shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and does not require much maintenance.
Where to Find Naregamia alata
Naregamia alata is native to India, Nepal, and Bangladesh. It can be found in the foothills of the Himalayas.
Naregamia alata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Naregamia alata?
Naregamia alata
What is the common name of Naregamia alata?
Winged Naregamia
What is the natural habitat of Naregamia alata?
Naregamia alata is found in tropical and subtropical regions.
Species in the Naregamia genus
Species in the Meliaceae family
Aglaia cooperae, Aglaia agglomerata, Aglaia aherniana, Aglaia amplexicaulis, Aglaia angustifolia, Aglaia apiocarpa, Aglaia archboldiana, Aglaia argentea, Aglaia australiensis, Aglaia barbanthera, Aglaia basiphylla, Aglaia beccarii, Aglaia brassii, Aglaia breviracemosa, Aglaia brownii, Aglaia bullata, Aglaia ceramica, Aglaia chittagonga, Aglaia conferta, Aglaia coriacea, Aglaia costata, Aglaia crassinervia, Aglaia cremea, Aglaia cucullata, Aglaia cumingiana, Aglaia cuspidata, Aglaia densisquama, Aglaia densitricha, Aglaia edulis, Aglaia elaeagnoidea, Aglaia elliptica, Aglaia erythrosperma, Aglaia euryanthera, Aglaia evansensis, Aglaia eximia, Aglaia exstipulata, Aglaia flavescens, Aglaia flavida, Aglaia forbesii, Aglaia foveolata, Aglaia fragilis, Aglaia glabrata, Aglaia gracilis, Aglaia grandis, Aglaia heterotricha, Aglaia hiernii, Aglaia ijzermannii, Aglaia integrifolia, Aglaia korthalsii, Aglaia lancilimba,
References
George Arnott Walker-Arnott (1799-1868): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Arn.' in the authors string.
Robert Wight (1796-1872): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wight' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:579077-1: Based on the initial data import