Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
longipedunculata
ID:
534724

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Sreem.) L.H.Cramer

Source:
cmp

Year:
1996

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 51: 554 (1996)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000534056

Common Names

  • Andrographis longipedunculata
  • Longipedunculate Andrographis
  • Longipedunculate Green-weeds

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Description

Andrographis longipedunculata (also called Long-peduncled Andrographis, among many other common names) is a small, erect, annual herb with a woody stem and opposite, ovate-lanceolate leaves. It is native to India and is found in tropical and subtropical regions in open forests, grasslands, and wastelands.

Uses & Benefits

Andrographis longipedunculata is used in traditional medicine to treat fever, cold, and bronchitis. It is also used as an insect repellent and to treat skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Andrographis longipedunculata has small, white flowers with yellow anthers and a single style. The seeds are small, dark brown and round. The seedlings are small with narrow, pointed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Andrographis longipedunculata is a perennial herb that prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a warm, sheltered location. Cuttings can be taken in late spring or early summer and should be planted in a sandy, well-drained soil.

Where to Find Andrographis longipedunculata

Andrographis longipedunculata is native to India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar.

Andrographis longipedunculata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Andrographis longipedunculata?

Andrographis longipedunculata

What is the common name of Andrographis longipedunculata?

Longipedunculata Andrographis

What is the natural habitat of Andrographis longipedunculata?

Open woodlands, grasslands, and rocky hillsides

Species in the Acanthaceae family

Acanthopale macrocarpa, Acanthopale confertiflora, Acanthopale decempedalis, Acanthopale laxiflora, Acanthopale madagascariensis, Acanthopale pubescens, Acanthopale aethiogermanica, Acanthopale breviceps, Acanthopale cuneifolia, Acanthopale ramiflora, Acanthopale perrieri, Acanthopale humblotii, Acanthopsis carduifolia, Acanthopsis disperma, Acanthopsis glauca, Acanthopsis hoffmannseggiana, Acanthopsis horrida, Acanthopsis scullyi, Acanthopsis spathularis, Acanthopsis disperma, Acanthopsis tuba, Acanthopsis ludoviciana, Acanthopsis adamanticola, Acanthopsis dispermoides, Acanthopsis erosa, Acanthopsis dregeana, Acanthopsis tetragona, Acanthopsis glandulopalmata, Acanthopsis insueta, Acanthopsis nitida, Acanthopsis pagodiformis, Acanthopsis glabra, Acanthopsis villosa, Acanthus austromontanus, Acanthus greuterianus, Acanthus kulalensis, Acanthus arboreus, Acanthus carduaceus, Acanthus caroli-alexandri, Acanthus caudatus, Acanthus dioscoridis, Acanthus ebracteatus, Acanthus eminens, Acanthus flexicaulis, Acanthus gaed, Acanthus guineensis, Acanthus hirsutus, Acanthus hungaricus, Acanthus ilicifolius, Acanthus latisepalus,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2637057: Based on the initial data import
C.P. Sreemadhavan: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sreem.' in the authors string.
Louis Hermenegild Cramer: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.H.Cramer' in the authors string.