Status:
valid
Authors:
B.C.Stone & K.Narayanan
Source:
cmp
Year:
1994
Citation Micro:
Nordic J. Bot. 14: 491 (1994)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000608626
Common Names
- Austroindica Clausena
- Southern Indian Clausena
- Southern Indian Wild-lime
Description
Clausena austroindica (also called 'Australian clausena', among many other common names) is a small shrub or tree native to Australia. It has glossy green leaves and small white flowers. It is found in open woodlands, rainforests, and along creek banks.
Uses & Benefits
Clausena austroindica is used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Clausena austroindica has five white petals and a yellow center. The seed is small, round, and black. The seedlings are thin and delicate, with small, oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Clausena austroindica can be propagated by seeds or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a well-drained soil mix. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and rooted in a well-drained soil mix. Both methods require plenty of light and regular watering.
Where to Find Clausena austroindica
Clausena austroindica can be found in tropical Asia, from India to China.
Clausena austroindica FAQ
What is Clausena austroindica?
Clausena austroindica is a species of plant in the family Rutaceae.
Where is Clausena austroindica found?
Clausena austroindica is found in India, Nepal, and Sri Lanka.
What are the uses of Clausena austroindica?
Clausena austroindica has been used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and analgesic properties.
Species in the Clausena genus
Clausena anisata,
Clausena anisum-olens,
Clausena austroindica,
Clausena brevistyla,
Clausena emarginata,
Clausena engleri,
Clausena excavata,
Clausena hainanensis,
Clausena harmandiana,
Clausena henryi,
Clausena heptaphylla,
Clausena indica,
Clausena kanpurensis,
Clausena lansium,
Clausena lenis,
Clausena luxurians,
Clausena poilanei,
Clausena wallichii,
Clausena yunnanensis,
Clausena inolida,
Clausena agasthyamalayana,
Species in the Rutaceae family
Acmadenia alternifolia,
Acmadenia argillophila,
Acmadenia baileyensis,
Acmadenia bodkinii,
Acmadenia burchellii,
Acmadenia candida,
Acmadenia densifolia,
Acmadenia faucitincta,
Acmadenia flaccida,
Acmadenia fruticosa,
Acmadenia gracilis,
Acmadenia heterophylla,
Acmadenia kiwanensis,
Acmadenia latifolia,
Acmadenia laxa,
Acmadenia macradenia,
Acmadenia macropetala,
Acmadenia maculata,
Acmadenia matroosbergensis,
Acmadenia mundiana,
Acmadenia nivea,
Acmadenia nivenii,
Acmadenia obtusata,
Acmadenia patentifolia,
Acmadenia rourkeana,
Acmadenia rupicola,
Acmadenia sheilae,
Acmadenia tenax,
Acmadenia teretifolia,
Acmadenia tetracarpellata,
Acmadenia tetragona,
Acmadenia trigona,
Acmadenia tenax,
Acmadenia argillophila,
Acmadenia macradenia,
Acmadenia teretifolia,
Acmadenia wittebergensis,
Acradenia euodiiformis,
Acradenia frankliniae,
Acronychia richards-beehleri,
Acronychia aberrans,
Acronychia acidula,
Acronychia acronychioides,
Acronychia acuminata,
Acronychia arfakensis,
Acronychia baeuerlenii,
Acronychia brassii,
Acronychia carrii,
Acronychia cartilaginea,
Acronychia chooreechillum,