Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Zingiberales
Species:
kandariensis
ID:
1413958

Status:
valid

Authors:
(K.Schum.) A.D.Poulsen & Ardiyani

Source:
Zingiberaceae resource centre

Year:
2018

Citation Micro:
Taxon 67(4): 734. 2018

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001426423



Common Names

  • Sulettaria kandariensis
  • Kandariensis Sulettaria
  • Sulettaria


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Description

Sulettaria kandariensis (also called Kandar Sulettaria, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Zingiberaceae. It is native to Sarawak in Malaysia. It grows in lowland forests and is found at elevations of up to 1000 metres.

Uses & Benefits

Sulettaria kandariensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Sulettaria kandariensis are white in colour and have a pleasant, sweet scent. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are thin and have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Sulettaria kandariensis is a perennial herb that can be propagated by division or by seeds. It prefers a well-drained soil in a sunny to partially shaded position. When planting, ensure that the seeds are just below the surface of the soil. Water regularly and fertilize every few months.

Where to Find Sulettaria kandariensis

Sulettaria kandariensis can be found in India, Sri Lanka, and Thailand.

Sulettaria kandariensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Sulettaria kandariensis?

Sulettaria kandariensis

What is the common name of Sulettaria kandariensis?

Kandar sulettaria

Where is Sulettaria kandariensis found?

Sulettaria kandariensis is found in Malaysia.

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

Karl Moritz Schumann (1851-1904): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'K.Schum.' in the authors string.
Axel Dalberg Poulsen (b.1961): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.D.Poulsen' in the authors string.
Marlina Ardiyani: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ardiyani' in the authors string.
RBGE Resource Centre record for wfo-0001426423: Based on the initial data import