Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Genus:
Species:
maingayi
ID:
1327475

Status:
valid

Authors:
(C.B.Clarke) Sugumaran

Source:
ipni

Year:
2014

Citation Micro:
Pl. Ecol. Evol. 147: 215 (2014)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001339929

Common Names

  • Utania Maingayi
  • Maingayi Utania
  • Maingay's Utania

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Description

Utania maingayi (also called 'Maingay's Utania', among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub with a rounded growth habit. It is native to the Himalayas, India, and Southeast Asia. It grows in moist, shady forests, often near streams.

Uses & Benefits

Utania maingayi is an ornamental plant that is used in gardens and as houseplants. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Utania maingayi is a white-cream coloured spike, with each individual flower having five petals. The seeds are small and round, with a black colour. The seedlings are small, with a single stem and a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Utania maingayi is an evergreen shrub that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and can tolerate a wide range of soil types. Water regularly and fertilize monthly during the growing season. Propagate by seed or cuttings.

Where to Find Utania maingayi

Utania maingayi is native to India.

Utania maingayi FAQ

What is the scientific name of Utania maingayi?

Utania maingayi

What are the common names of Utania maingayi?

Maingay's Utania

Where is Utania maingayi native to?

Australia

Species in the Gentianaceae family

Adenolisianthus arboreus, Anthocleista amplexicaulis, Anthocleista djalonensis, Anthocleista grandiflora, Anthocleista inermis, Anthocleista laxiflora, Anthocleista liebrechtsiana, Anthocleista longifolia, Anthocleista madagascariensis, Anthocleista microphylla, Anthocleista nobilis, Anthocleista obanensis, Anthocleista procera, Anthocleista scandens, Anthocleista schweinfurthii, Anthocleista vogelii, Anthocleista potalioides, Aripuana cullmaniorum, Bartonia paniculata, Bartonia verna, Bartonia virginica, Bisgoeppertia robustior, Bisgoeppertia gracilis, Bisgoeppertia scandens, Blackstonia acuminata, Blackstonia grandiflora, Blackstonia imperfoliata, Blackstonia perfoliata, Calolisianthus amplissimus, Calolisianthus pedunculatus, Canscora alata, Canscora andrographioides, Canscora concanensis, Canscora diffusa, Canscora heteroclita, Canscora macrocalyx, Canscora pauciflora, Canscora perfoliata, Canscora roxburghii, Canscora schultesii, Canscora stricta, Canscora bidoupensis, Canscora bhatiana, Canscora shrirangiana, Canscora ciathula, Canscora tetraptera, Celiantha bella, Celiantha chimantensis, Celiantha imthurniana, Centaurium ameghinoi,

References

Charles Baron Clarke (1832-1906): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.B.Clarke' in the authors string.
M. Sugumaran: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sugumaran' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77140739-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.