Status:
valid
Authors:
R.N.Banerjee
Source:
wcs
Year:
1968
Citation Micro:
Indian Forester 94: 775 (1968)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000395841
Common Names
- Brassaiopsis andamanica
- Andamanica Tree
- Andamanica Tree of Life
Description
Brassaiopsis andamanica (also called Andamanese false ashoka, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Araliaceae. It is native to the Andaman Islands in the Indian Ocean. It is found in moist montane forests, cloud forests, and grasslands.
Uses & Benefits
Brassaiopsis andamanica is a tropical evergreen tree that is native to Southeast Asia. It has many medicinal uses, including treating skin diseases, fever, and malaria. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Flower: The flowers of Brassaiopsis andamanica are small and white in color. Seed: The seeds of Brassaiopsis andamanica are small and black in color. Seedlings: The seedlings of Brassaiopsis andamanica are small and have a single pair of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Brassaiopsis andamanica is a perennial shrub that can be propagated through seed or stem cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist but not soggy. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature stems and planted in a well-draining soil mix. The soil should be kept moist but not soggy. The cuttings should be placed in a warm, humid environment and should be kept out of direct sunlight. Once the cuttings have taken root, they can be transplanted into larger containers or into the garden.
Where to Find Brassaiopsis andamanica
Brassaiopsis andamanica is native to India and can be found in tropical and subtropical forests.
Brassaiopsis andamanica FAQ
What is the scientific name of Brassaiopsis andamanica?
Brassaiopsis andamanica
What is the common name of Brassaiopsis andamanica?
Andaman Brassaiopsis
What is the natural habitat of Brassaiopsis andamanica?
It is native to India and is found in moist forests, woodlands, and grasslands.
Species in the Brassaiopsis genus
Brassaiopsis grushvitzkyi,
Brassaiopsis aculeata,
Brassaiopsis andamanica,
Brassaiopsis angustifolia,
Brassaiopsis calcarea,
Brassaiopsis castaneifolia,
Brassaiopsis chengkangensis,
Brassaiopsis ciliata,
Brassaiopsis dumicola,
Brassaiopsis elegans,
Brassaiopsis ferruginea,
Brassaiopsis ficifolia,
Brassaiopsis glomerulata,
Brassaiopsis gracilis,
Brassaiopsis griffithii,
Brassaiopsis hainla,
Brassaiopsis hispida,
Brassaiopsis hookeri,
Brassaiopsis kwangsiensis,
Brassaiopsis magnifica,
Brassaiopsis minor,
Brassaiopsis mitis,
Brassaiopsis moumingensis,
Brassaiopsis phanrangensis,
Brassaiopsis producta,
Brassaiopsis quercifolia,
Brassaiopsis resecta,
Brassaiopsis rockii,
Brassaiopsis rufosetosa,
Brassaiopsis shweliensis,
Brassaiopsis simplex,
Brassaiopsis simplicifolia,
Brassaiopsis stellata,
Brassaiopsis sumatrana,
Brassaiopsis tibetanus,
Brassaiopsis triloba,
Brassaiopsis trilobata,
Brassaiopsis tripteris,
Brassaiopsis variabilis,
Brassaiopsis bodinieri,
Brassaiopsis ficifolioides,
Brassaiopsis gigantea,
Brassaiopsis nhatrangensis,
Brassaiopsis pseudoficifolia,
Brassaiopsis spinosissima,
Species in the Araliaceae family
Anakasia simplicifolia,
Aralia apioides,
Aralia armata,
Aralia atropurpurea,
Aralia bicrenata,
Aralia bipinnata,
Aralia cachemirica,
Aralia caesia,
Aralia californica,
Aralia castanopsisicola,
Aralia chinensis,
Aralia continentalis,
Aralia cordata,
Aralia dasyphylla,
Aralia dasyphylloides,
Aralia debilis,
Aralia decaisneana,
Aralia delavayi,
Aralia echinocaulis,
Aralia elata,
Aralia excelsa,
Aralia fargesii,
Aralia ferox,
Aralia finlaysoniana,
Aralia foliolosa,
Aralia frodiniana,
Aralia gigantea,
Aralia gintungensis,
Aralia glabra,
Aralia glabrifoliolata,
Aralia henryi,
Aralia hispida,
Aralia humilis,
Aralia kansuensis,
Aralia kingdon-wardii,
Aralia leschenaultii,
Aralia malabarica,
Aralia melanocarpa,
Aralia merrillii,
Aralia mexicana,
Aralia montana,
Aralia nudicaulis,
Aralia parasitica,
Aralia plumosa,
Aralia racemosa,
Aralia regeliana,
Aralia rex,
Aralia scaberula,
Aralia scopulorum,
Aralia searelliana,