Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Genus:
Species:
dubia
ID:
335194

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Sims) Spreng.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1824

Citation Micro:
Syst. Veg. 1: 638 (1824)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000334526

Common Names

  • Wrightia dubia
  • Dubious Wrightia
  • Indian Oleander

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Synonyms

  • Scleranthera cambodiensis (Pierre) Pichon [unknown]
  • Scleranthera dubia (Sims) Pichon [unknown]
  • Strophanthus jackianus Wall. & G.Don [unknown]
  • Wrightia cambodiensis Pierre ex Pit. [unknown]
  • Wrightia kontumensis Lý [unknown]
  • Wrightia rubriflora Pit. [unknown]
  • Cameraria dubia Sims [unknown]
  • Wrightia dubia membranifolia King & Gamble [unknown]
  • Wrightia cambodiensis Pierre [deprecated]

Description

Wrightia dubia (also called 'Dubious Wrightia', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Apocynaceae family. It is native to India and Sri Lanka, and it is found in tropical rainforest habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Wrightia dubia is used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments, as a food source, and as a source of fiber for weaving.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Wrightia dubia are white and fragrant, with five petals. The seeds are small, brown and smooth. The seedlings are small and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Wrightia dubia is a fast-growing shrub that can be propagated from cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. Prune regularly to maintain a neat shape.

Where to Find Wrightia dubia

Wrightia dubia is found in tropical and subtropical regions of South-East Asia, including Vietnam, Thailand, and India.

Wrightia dubia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Wrightia dubia?

Wrightia dubia

What is the growth habit of Wrightia dubia?

It is a small, evergreen shrub with a spreading habit.

What is the native range of Wrightia dubia?

It is native to India.

Species in the Apocynaceae family

Acokanthera laevigata, Acokanthera oblongifolia, Acokanthera oppositifolia, Acokanthera rotundata, Acokanthera schimperi, Adenium boehmianum, Adenium multiflorum, Adenium obesum, Adenium oleifolium, Adenium swazicum, Adenium dhofarense, Aganosma breviloba, Aganosma cymosa, Aganosma gracilis, Aganosma lacei, Aganosma petelotii, Aganosma schlechteriana, Aganosma siamensis, Aganosma wallichii, Aganosma heynei, Alafia alba, Alafia barteri, Alafia benthamii, Alafia berrieri, Alafia calophylla, Alafia caudata, Alafia erythrophthalma, Alafia falcata, Alafia fuscata, Alafia insularis, Alafia intermedia, Alafia landolphioides, Alafia lucida, Alafia microstylis, Alafia multiflora, Alafia nigrescens, Alafia orientalis, Alafia parciflora, Alafia pauciflora, Alafia perrieri, Alafia schumannii, Alafia thouarsii, Alafia vallium, Alafia verschuereni, Alafia whytei, Alafia zambesiaca, Allamanda calcicola, Allamanda angustifolia, Allamanda blanchetii, Allamanda cathartica,

References