Lepidagathis rajasekharae - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
rajasekharae
ID:
1542047
Status:
valid
Authors:
K.Prasad & A.M.Reddy
Source:
rhakhis
Year:
2020
Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 470(1): 112. 2020
WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000023427
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Lepidagathis rajasekharae (also called 'Rajasekhara's Lepidagathis' or 'Rajasekhara's Lepidagathis', among many other common names) is a species of perennial herb in the family Acanthaceae. It is native to India, and it is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests. It grows up to 1 meter tall and has linear, green leaves.
Uses & Benefits
Lepidagathis rajasekharae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat fever, headaches, and abdominal pain.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Lepidagathis rajasekharae is yellow and bell-shaped with five petals. The seed is small and black, and the seedling has a single stem with two leaves.
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Lepidagathis rajasekharae is a small to medium-sized evergreen shrub, growing up to 2 m tall. It is best grown in moist, well-drained soils in full sun to partial shade. Propagation is by seed or cuttings.
Where to Find Lepidagathis rajasekharae
Lepidagathis rajasekharae is native to the tropical forests of India.
Lepidagathis rajasekharae FAQ
What is the scientific name of Lepidagathis rajasekharae?
Lepidagathis rajasekharae
What is the natural habitat of Lepidagathis rajasekharae?
Forests of Sri Lanka
What is the size of Lepidagathis rajasekharae?
It can reach a height of up to 65 meters
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
Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.