Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Chloranthales
Genus:
Species:
maheshwarii
ID:
551695

Status:
valid

Authors:
Swamy

Source:
cmp

Year:
1953

Citation Micro:
Proc. Natl. Inst. Sci. India 19: 377 (1953)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000551027

Common Names

  • Maheshwarii Ascarina
  • Maheshwarii Tree
  • Maheshwarii Wood

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Description

Ascarina maheshwarii (also called Maheshwari's Ascarina, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to India. It has a woody stem and oblong leaves. It grows in moist, shady areas.

Uses & Benefits

Ascarina maheshwarii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a natural insect repellent.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Ascarina maheshwarii is a small, yellowish-green, cup-shaped flower with three petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, dark green, and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ascarina maheshwarii is a low-growing, evergreen shrub with narrow, lance-shaped leaves and small, yellowish-white flowers. It is native to India. It prefers partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is by division or seed. Division should be done in spring or early summer. Seeds should be sown in spring in a cold frame or in a pot in a cold frame. The seedlings should be transplanted into individual pots when they are large enough to handle.

Where to Find Ascarina maheshwarii

Ascarina maheshwarii is native to India and can be found in the forests of the Western Ghats.

Ascarina maheshwarii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ascarina maheshwarii?

Ascarina maheshwarii

What is the common name of Ascarina maheshwarii?

Maheshwari's Ascarina

What is the natural habitat of Ascarina maheshwarii?

Tropical forests

Species in the Chloranthaceae family

Ascarina coursii, Ascarina diffusa, Ascarina lucida, Ascarina maheshwarii, Ascarina marquesensis, Ascarina philippinensis, Ascarina polystachya, Ascarina rubricaulis, Ascarina solmsiana, Ascarina subfalcata, Ascarina subsessilis, Ascarina swamyana, Chloranthus angustifolius, Chloranthus anhuiensis, Chloranthus elatior, Chloranthus fortunei, Chloranthus henryi, Chloranthus holostegius, Chloranthus multistachys, Chloranthus nervosus, Chloranthus oldhamii, Chloranthus quadrifolius, Chloranthus serratus, Chloranthus sessilifolius, Chloranthus spicatus, Chloranthus tianmushanensis, Hedyosmum arborescens, Hedyosmum bonplandianum, Hedyosmum brasiliense, Hedyosmum brenesii, Hedyosmum costaricense, Hedyosmum crenatum, Hedyosmum gentryi, Hedyosmum goudotianum, Hedyosmum intermedium, Hedyosmum mexicanum, Hedyosmum neblinae, Hedyosmum parvifolium, Hedyosmum pseudoandromeda, Hedyosmum racemosum, Hedyosmum scaberrimum, Hedyosmum tepuiense, Hedyosmum translucidum, Hedyosmum colombianum, Hedyosmum dombeyanum, Hedyosmum domingense, Hedyosmum maximum, Hedyosmum parvifolium, Hedyosmum scabrum, Hedyosmum huascari,