Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Genus:
Species:
shrirangiana
ID:
1516508

Status:
valid

Authors:
Kambale, Kolte & A.Deshp.

Source:
rhakhis

Year:
2018

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 73(3)-34: 1 (2018)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000003457

Common Names

  • Canscora shrirangiana
  • Shrirang's Canscora
  • Canscora Shrirangiana

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Description

Canscora shrirangiana (also called Canscora shrirangiana, among many other common names) is a shrub with small, white flowers and dark green leaves. It is native to India and is typically found in moist, tropical habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Canscora shrirangiana is an ornamental plant that is used to decorate gardens and homes. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headaches, and skin diseases. It is also known to have anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Canscora shrirangiana is a small, white, tubular flower with five pointed petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, with narrow, pointed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Canscora shrirangiana is a perennial shrub found in moist and wet habitats. It is propagated through seeds or cuttings. It is best grown in moist, well-drained soils in full sun to partial shade.

Where to Find Canscora shrirangiana

Canscora shrirangiana can be found in the tropical forests of India and Sri Lanka.

Canscora shrirangiana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Canscora shrirangiana?

Canscora shrirangiana

What type of plant is Canscora shrirangiana?

Herb

Where is Canscora shrirangiana found?

Southeast Asia

Species in the Gentianaceae family

Adenolisianthus arboreus, Anthocleista amplexicaulis, Anthocleista djalonensis, Anthocleista grandiflora, Anthocleista inermis, Anthocleista laxiflora, Anthocleista liebrechtsiana, Anthocleista longifolia, Anthocleista madagascariensis, Anthocleista microphylla, Anthocleista nobilis, Anthocleista obanensis, Anthocleista procera, Anthocleista scandens, Anthocleista schweinfurthii, Anthocleista vogelii, Anthocleista potalioides, Aripuana cullmaniorum, Bartonia paniculata, Bartonia verna, Bartonia virginica, Bisgoeppertia robustior, Bisgoeppertia gracilis, Bisgoeppertia scandens, Blackstonia acuminata, Blackstonia grandiflora, Blackstonia imperfoliata, Blackstonia perfoliata, Calolisianthus amplissimus, Calolisianthus pedunculatus, Canscora alata, Canscora andrographioides, Canscora concanensis, Canscora diffusa, Canscora heteroclita, Canscora macrocalyx, Canscora pauciflora, Canscora perfoliata, Canscora roxburghii, Canscora schultesii, Canscora stricta, Canscora bidoupensis, Canscora bhatiana, Canscora shrirangiana, Canscora ciathula, Canscora tetraptera, Celiantha bella, Celiantha chimantensis, Celiantha imthurniana, Centaurium ameghinoi,

References

POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77178772-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.