Cansjera leptostachya - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Santalales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
leptostachya
ID:
584745
Status:
valid
Authors:
Benth.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1843
Citation Micro:
London J. Bot. 2: 231 (1843)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000584077
Common Names
- Cansjera Leptostachya
- Leptostachya Cansjera
- Slender-spiked Cansjera
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- Cansjera timorensis Decne. [unknown]
Description
Cansjera leptostachya (also called Slim-stalked Cansjera, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to India, Sri Lanka, and Southeast Asia. It has a spreading habit and produces white, tubular flowers. It grows in tropical lowland forests and prefers moist, well-drained soils.
Uses & Benefits
Cansjera leptostachya has been used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments, including fever, diarrhea, and skin diseases. It is also used as an ornamental plant.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Cansjera leptostachya is yellow, tubular, and has five petals. The seeds are small, black, and oblong. The seedlings are thin and have long, narrow leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Cansjera leptostachya is a tropical evergreen shrub that is native to India. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a light, well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and rooted in a light, well-drained soil mix. Both seeds and cuttings should be kept in a warm, humid environment with bright, indirect light.
Where to Find Cansjera leptostachya
Cansjera leptostachya is native to India, Nepal, and Bhutan. It can be found in moist deciduous forests, along streams, and in grasslands.
Cansjera leptostachya FAQ
What is the scientific name of Cansjera leptostachya?
Cansjera leptostachya
What is the common name of Cansjera leptostachya?
Slender-spiked Cansjera
What is the family of Cansjera leptostachya?
Gentianaceae
Species in the Cansjera genus
Species in the Opiliaceae family
Agonandra brasiliensis, Agonandra excelsa, Agonandra fluminensis, Agonandra goldbergiana, Agonandra macrocarpa, Agonandra obtusifolia, Agonandra ovatifolia, Agonandra peruviana, Agonandra racemosa, Agonandra silvatica, Cansjera leptostachya, Cansjera parvifolia, Cansjera rheedei, Champereia manillana, Gjellerupia papuana, Lepionurus sylvestris, Melientha suavis, Opilia campestris, Opilia amentacea, Pentarhopalopilia umbellulata, Pentarhopalopilia marquesii, Pentarhopalopilia madagascariensis, Pentarhopalopilia perrieri, Rhopalopilia pallens, Rhopalopilia altescandens, Rhopalopilia hallei, Urobotrya siamensis, Urobotrya parviflora, Urobotrya longipes, Urobotrya latisquama, Urobotrya floresensis, Urobotrya congolana, Urobotrya sparsiflora,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2696555: Based on the initial data import
George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.