Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
uliginosa
ID:
321397

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Retz.) Tirveng. & Sastre

Source:
wcs

Year:
1979

Citation Micro:
Mauritius Inst. Bull. 8(4): 85 (1979)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000320729

Common Names

  • Tamilnadia uliginosa
  • Uliginosa Tamilnadia
  • Uliginosa Mahogany

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Synonyms

  • Posoqueria uliginosa Roxb. [unknown]
  • Randia uliginosa (Retz.) Poir. [valid]
  • Solena uliginosa (Retz.) D.Dietr. [valid]
  • Xeromphis uliginosa (Retz.) Maheshw. [valid]
  • Catunaregam uliginosa (Retz.) Sivar. [valid]
  • Gardenia pomifera Wall. [invalid]
  • Gardenia uliginosa Retz. [valid]

Description

Tamilnadia uliginosa (also called Marsh Tamilnadia, among many other common names) is a small tree or shrub native to India and Bangladesh. It has glossy, dark green leaves and produces small, white flowers. It typically grows in tropical forests and is often found in the understory of the forest.

Uses & Benefits

Tamilnadia uliginosa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments such as fever, rheumatism, and skin diseases. It is also used as a source of food and fuel.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: small, white, star-shaped, with five petals. Seed: small, black, oval-shaped. Seedlings: thin, green, with small, round leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tamilnadia uliginosa can be propagated from seed or by division. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-drained soil mix. Division can be done in spring or autumn. Plants should be spaced 1-2 feet apart.

Where to Find Tamilnadia uliginosa

Tamilnadia uliginosa can be found in the tropical forests of India.

Tamilnadia uliginosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tamilnadia uliginosa?

Tamilnadia uliginosa

What is the common name of Tamilnadia uliginosa?

Swamp Tamarind

What is the natural habitat of Tamilnadia uliginosa?

It is native to the tropical forests of Central and South America.

Species in the Tamilnadia genus

Species in the Rubiaceae family

Acranthera abbreviata, Acranthera anamallica, Acranthera athroophlebia, Acranthera atropella, Acranthera aurantiaca, Acranthera axilliflora, Acranthera bullata, Acranthera capitata, Acranthera ceylanica, Acranthera didymocarpa, Acranthera endertii, Acranthera frutescens, Acranthera grandiflora, Acranthera hallieri, Acranthera hirtostipula, Acranthera involucrata, Acranthera johannis-winkleri, Acranthera lanceolata, Acranthera longipes, Acranthera longipetiolata, Acranthera maculata, Acranthera megaphylla, Acranthera monantha, Acranthera nieuwenhuisii, Acranthera ophiorhizoides, Acranthera parviflora, Acranthera philippensis, Acranthera ruttenii, Acranthera salmonea, Acranthera siamensis, Acranthera siliquosa, Acranthera simalurensis, Acranthera sinensis, Acranthera strigosa, Acranthera tomentosa, Acranthera variegata, Acranthera velutinervia, Acranthera yatesii, Acranthera philippinensis, Acranthera burmanica, Acranthera virescens, Acranthera hoangii, Acranthera collina, Acrobotrys discolor, Acrosynanthus jamaicensis, Acrosynanthus latifolius, Acrosynanthus minor, Acrosynanthus ovatus, Acrosynanthus parvifolius, Acrosynanthus revolutus,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-201523: Based on the initial data import
Anders Jahan Retzius (1742-1821): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Retz.' in the authors string.
Deva D. Tirvengadum (b.1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Tirveng.' in the authors string.
Claude Henri Léon Sastre (b.1938): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sastre' in the authors string.