Status:
valid
Authors:
Craib
Source:
cmp
Year:
1919
Citation Micro:
Notes Roy. Bot. Gard. Edinburgh 11: 266 (1919)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000533898
Common Names
- Ancylostemon notochlaena
- Notochlaena Ancylostemon
- Notochlaena False-broom
Synonyms
- Ancylostemon notochlaenus (H.Lév. & Vaniot) W.G.Craib [unknown]
Description
Ancylostemon notochlaena (also called Notochlaena's ancylostemon, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the borage family Boraginaceae. It is native to Southeast Asia, and it grows in humid, tropical forests. It has a basal rosette of leaves and a stem with a few branches. The leaves are lanceolate and the flowers are bright blue.
Uses & Benefits
Ancylostemon notochlaena is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a traditional medicine for treating fever, stomachache, and other ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Ancylostemon notochlaena has small, yellow flowers with yellow anthers and a single style. The seeds are small, dark brown and round. The seedlings are small with narrow, pointed leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Ancylostemon notochlaena is a deciduous shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun to partial shade. It is tolerant of a wide range of soil types and can be grown in USDA Hardiness Zones 5-9.
Where to Find Ancylostemon notochlaena
Ancylostemon notochlaena is native to tropical and subtropical regions of India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar.
Ancylostemon notochlaena FAQ
What is the scientific name of Ancylostemon notochlaena?
Ancylostemon notochlaena
What is the common name of Ancylostemon notochlaena?
Notochlaena Ancylostemon
What is the growth habit of Ancylostemon notochlaena?
It is an annual or perennial herbaceous plant that grows in clumps or tufts.
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