Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
austroindica
ID:
609294

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


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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.

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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 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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2724770: Based on the initial data import
Benjamin Clemens Stone (1933-1994): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.C.Stone' in the authors string.
Kuttan Pillai Narayanan Nair (b.1962): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'K.Narayanan' in the authors string.