Status:
valid
Authors:
Remadevi & Binoj Kumar
Source:
ksu
Year:
2008
Citation Micro:
J. Econ. Taxon. Bot. 32: 554 (2008)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000746736
Common Names
- Lepidagathis balakrishnanii
- Balakrishnanii Lepidagathis
- Balakrishnanii's Lepidagathis
Description
Lepidagathis balakrishnanii (also called Balakrishnan's Lepidagathis, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Acanthaceae. It is native to India. It grows in tropical and subtropical moist montane forests.
Uses & Benefits
Lepidagathis balakrishnanii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Lepidagathis balakrishnanii is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Lepidagathis balakrishnanii is a tropical shrub native to India. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be planted in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from mature branches and planted in a moist soil mix. Both seeds and cuttings should be kept in a warm, humid environment until they take root.
Where to Find Lepidagathis balakrishnanii
Lepidagathis balakrishnanii can be found in India.
Lepidagathis balakrishnanii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Lepidagathis balakrishnanii?
Lepidagathis balakrishnanii
What is the family of Lepidagathis balakrishnanii?
Acanthaceae
What is the native range of Lepidagathis balakrishnanii?
India
Species in the Lepidagathis genus
Lepidagathis spinosa,
Lepidagathis walkeriana,
Lepidagathis spicifer,
Lepidagathis backeri,
Lepidagathis bandraensis,
Lepidagathis barberi,
Lepidagathis billardiereana,
Lepidagathis ceylainca,
Lepidagathis brevispica,
Lepidagathis armata,
Lepidagathis cambodiana,
Lepidagathis cataractae,
Lepidagathis alopecuroides,
Lepidagathis angustifolia,
Lepidagathis anobrya,
Lepidagathis appendiculata,
Lepidagathis chariensis,
Lepidagathis amaranthoides,
Lepidagathis dulcis,
Lepidagathis epacridea,
Lepidagathis eriocephala,
Lepidagathis eucephala,
Lepidagathis eugeniifolia,
Lepidagathis dispar,
Lepidagathis fischeri,
Lepidagathis staurogynoides,
Lepidagathis falcata,
Lepidagathis chlorostachya,
Lepidagathis cinerea,
Lepidagathis clarkei,
Lepidagathis clavata,
Lepidagathis cristata,
Lepidagathis dissimilis,
Lepidagathis dahomensis,
Lepidagathis collina,
Lepidagathis palawanensis,
Lepidagathis pallescens,
Lepidagathis papuana,
Lepidagathis parviflora,
Lepidagathis psilantha,
Lepidagathis peniculifera,
Lepidagathis plantaginea,
Lepidagathis pobeguinii,
Lepidagathis tenuis,
Lepidagathis glandulosa,
Lepidagathis thorelii,
Lepidagathis thymifolia,
Lepidagathis thyrsiflora,
Lepidagathis tisserantii,
Lepidagathis oubanguiensis,
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
S. Remadevi: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Remadevi' in the authors string.