Clausena indica - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Oliv.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1861
Citation Micro:
J. Proc. Linn. Soc., Bot. 5(Suppl. 2): 36 (1861)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000608670
Common Names
- Clausena indica
- Indian Clausena
- Indian Horsewood
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesSynonyms
- Bergera nitida Thwaites [unknown]
- Piptostylis indica Dalzell [unknown]
Description
Clausena indica (also called 'Indian clausena', among many other common names) is a small shrub or tree native to India. It has glossy green leaves and small white flowers. It is found in open woodlands, rainforests, and along creek banks.
Uses & Benefits
Clausena indica is used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Clausena indica has small white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have long, narrow leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Clausena indica 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 indica
Clausena indica is found in India and Sri Lanka.
Clausena indica FAQ
What is Clausena indica?
Clausena indica is a species of plant in the family Rutaceae.
Where is Clausena indica found?
Clausena indica is found in India, Nepal, and Sri Lanka.
What are the uses of Clausena indica?
Clausena indica 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,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2724810: Based on the initial data import
Daniel Oliver (1830-1916): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Oliv.' in the authors string.