Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
betonica
ID:
380573

Status:
valid

Authors:
(L.) Lindau

Source:
cmp

Year:
1893

Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 18: 56 (1893)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000379905

Common Names

  • Nicoteba betonica
  • Betony sedge
  • Betony nut-grass

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Synonyms

  • Betonica frutescens Bontekoe [unknown]

Description

Nicoteba betonica (also called Betony Clubrush, among many other common names) is a perennial grass-like plant that grows in tufts and is native to tropical and subtropical regions of India. It typically grows in wetland habitats and prefers moist soils.

Uses & Benefits

Nicoteba betonica is a medicinal plant used to treat digestive and urinary disorders. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is known to attract butterflies.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Nicoteba betonica has small, yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Nicoteba betonica is a perennial herbaceous plant native to India. It is propagated by seed or stem cuttings. It prefers a well-drained soil and full sun. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frost.

Where to Find Nicoteba betonica

Nicoteba betonica is native to India, Sri Lanka, and China.

Nicoteba betonica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Nicoteba betonica?

Nicoteba betonica

What is the common name of Nicoteba betonica?

Betonica Nicoteba

Where is Nicoteba betonica found?

It is found in India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar

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

Gustav Lindau (1866-1923): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lindau' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:52612-1: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.