Lepisanthes andamanica - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
andamanica
ID:
446922
Status:
valid
Authors:
King
Source:
ksu
Year:
1896
Citation Micro:
J. Asiat. Soc. Bengal, Pt. 2, Nat. Hist. 65: 428 (1896)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000446254
Common Names
- Andaman Fig
- Andaman Fig Tree
- Andaman Fig Shrub
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Lepisanthes andamanica (also called 'Andamanica Vine', 'Andamanica Tree', 'Andamanica Palm' among many other common names) is a small, evergreen tree native to Southeast Asia. It grows to a height of 10-15 feet and has long, narrow leaves. The flowers are small and white, and the fruits are small and yellow. It is found in tropical forests and along rivers and streams.
Uses & Benefits
Lepisanthes andamanica is used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating a variety of ailments, including fever, headache, and stomachache.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Lepisanthes andamanica are white or pinkish-white, with four petals. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem.
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Lepisanthes andamanica is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can be propagated by cuttings. It prefers a well-drained soil and should be planted in a sunny or partially shaded area. It can be grown in both containers and in the ground. It is best to prune the stems regularly to keep the plant from becoming too tall.
Where to Find Lepisanthes andamanica
Lepisanthes andamanica is native to Southeast Asia and can be found in Thailand, Vietnam, Laos, Cambodia, and Myanmar.
Lepisanthes andamanica FAQ
What is the scientific name of Lepisanthes andamanica?
Lepisanthes andamanica
What is the common name of Lepisanthes andamanica?
Andaman lepisanthes
What is the native range of Lepisanthes andamanica?
India
Species in the Lepisanthes genus
Lepisanthes falcata, Lepisanthes erecta, Lepisanthes divaricata, Lepisanthes dictyophylla, Lepisanthes membranifolia, Lepisanthes burmanica, Lepisanthes ferruginea, Lepisanthes kinabaluensis, Lepisanthes amoena, Lepisanthes mixta, Lepisanthes banaensis, Lepisanthes aphanococca, Lepisanthes amplifolia, Lepisanthes bengalan, Lepisanthes alata, Lepisanthes andamanica, Lepisanthes ramiflora, Lepisanthes simplicifolia, Lepisanthes senegalensis, Lepisanthes tetraphylla, Lepisanthes multijuga, Lepisanthes unilocularis, Lepisanthes sambiranensis, Lepisanthes perrieri, Lepisanthes chrysotricha, Lepisanthes fruticosa, Lepisanthes browniana, Lepisanthes hainanensis, Lepisanthes basicardia, Lepisanthes rubiginosa, Lepisanthes cauliflora, Lepisanthes oligophylla,
Species in the Sapindaceae family
References
George King (1840-1909): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'King' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:783471-1: Based on the initial data import