Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Zingiberales
Species:
nicobarica
ID:
837077

Status:
valid

Authors:
M.Sabu, Sanoj & Prasanthk.

Source:
Zingiberaceae resource centre

Year:
2008

Citation Micro:
Blumea 53:331. fig.1. (2008)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000836412



Common Names

  • Plagiostachys nicobarica
  • Nicobarica Plagiostachys
  • Nicobarica Leafcup


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Description

Plagiostachys nicobarica (also called Nicobar Plagiostachys, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant of the family Rubiaceae. It has a short stem and a rosette of basal leaves. It is native to the Mediterranean region and grows in grasslands, meadows, and pastures.

Uses & Benefits

Plagiostachys nicobarica is used medicinally to treat fever, stomach ache, and as a laxative.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Plagiostachys nicobarica has small white flowers with a yellow center. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Plagiostachys nicobarica is a tropical shrub that grows best in moist, well-drained soils in full sun or partial shade. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. To propagate from seed, sow the seeds in a well-draining potting mix and keep the soil moist. To propagate from cuttings, take a 4-6 inch stem cutting and dip the end in rooting hormone. Plant the cutting in a potting mix and keep it moist until it takes root.

Where to Find Plagiostachys nicobarica

Plagiostachys nicobarica is native to the Nicobar Islands and can be found in the tropical forests of the islands.

Plagiostachys nicobarica FAQ

What is the common name of Plagiostachys nicobarica?

Nicobar palm

What is the natural habitat of Plagiostachys nicobarica?

Tropical rainforests of South and Central America

What is the scientific classification of Plagiostachys nicobarica?

Kingdom: Plantae, Order: Arecales, Family: Arecaceae, Genus: Plagiostachys, Species: P. nicobarica

Species in the Plagiostachys genus

Species in the Zingiberaceae family

Haniffia albiflora, Haniffia cyanescens, Haniffia flavescens, Haniffia santubongensis, Hedychium biflorum, Hedychium bijiangense, Hedychium boloveniorum, Hedychium bordelonianum, Hedychium borneense, Hedychium bousigonianum, Hedychium brevicaule, Hedychium calcaratum, Hedychium carneum, Hedychium coccineum, Hedychium convexum, Hedychium coronarium, Hedychium deceptum, Hedychium dekianum, Hedychium densiflorum, Hedychium elatum, Hedychium ellipticum, Hedychium elwesii, Hedychium emeiense, Hedychium erythrostemon, Hedychium flavescens, Hedychium flavescens, Hedychium flavum, Hedychium forrestii, Hedychium gardnerianum, Hedychium glabrum, Hedychium glaucum, Hedychium gomezianum, Hedychium gracillimum, Hedychium grandiflorum, Hedychium gratum, Hedychium greenii, Hedychium griersonianum, Hedychium griffithianum, Hedychium hasseltii, Hedychium heteromallum, Hedychium hirsutissimum, Hedychium hookeri, Hedychium horsfieldii, Hedychium intermedium, Hedychium kwangsiense, Hedychium larsenii, Hedychium lineare, Hedychium longicornutum, Hedychium longipedunculatum, Hedychium luteum,

References

M. Sabu (b.1960): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.Sabu' in the authors string.
M.G. Prasanthkumar: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Prasanthk.' in the authors string.
E. Sanoj (b.1981): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sanoj' in the authors string.
RBGE Resource Centre record for wfo-0000836412: Based on the initial data import