Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
wijesundarae
ID:
1334055

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ranasinghe & Mich.Möller

Source:
ipni

Year:
2016

Citation Micro:
Willdenowia 46: 215 (2016)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001346509


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Description

Henckelia wijesundarae (also called Wijesundara's Henckelia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Gesneriaceae. It is native to tropical regions of South Asia, where it is found in moist forests. It is a small, evergreen herb with small, white flowers. It grows in a variety of habitats, including rainforests, wetlands, and riverbanks.

Uses & Benefits

Henckelia wijesundarae is a popular ornamental plant, often used in gardens and parks. It is also known to have anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial properties, and is used in traditional Chinese medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Henckelia wijesundarae has small, white, tubular flowers with purple spots. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with small, green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Henckelia wijesundarae can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers a warm, humid climate and well-drained soil. It should be grown in partial shade and should be watered regularly. It is also important to provide adequate air circulation to prevent fungal diseases.

Where to Find Henckelia wijesundarae

Henckelia wijesundarae is native to Sri Lanka and can be found in the wet zone of the country.

Henckelia wijesundarae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Henckelia wijesundarae?

Henckelia wijesundarae

What is the common name of Henckelia wijesundarae?

Wijesundara's Henckelia

What is the natural habitat of Henckelia wijesundarae?

Tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests

Species in the Henckelia genus

Henckelia bifolia, Henckelia crenata, Henckelia diffusa, Henckelia fischeri, Henckelia floccosa, Henckelia follicularis, Henckelia gambleana, Henckelia gardneri, Henckelia grandifolia, Henckelia humboldtiana, Henckelia incana, Henckelia innominata, Henckelia lyrata, Henckelia macrostachya, Henckelia meeboldii, Henckelia missionis, Henckelia ovalifolia, Henckelia pumila, Henckelia punctata, Henckelia repens, Henckelia scortechinii, Henckelia semitorta, Henckelia serrata, Henckelia stenophylla, Henckelia urticifolia, Henckelia vulcanica, Henckelia wightii, Henckelia zeylanica, Henckelia anthonysamyi, Henckelia adenocalyx, Henckelia anachoreta, Henckelia angusta, Henckelia auriculata, Henckelia briggsioides, Henckelia burttii, Henckelia calva, Henckelia dielsii, Henckelia dibangensis, Henckelia ceratoscyphus, Henckelia walkerae, Henckelia monantha, Henckelia dimidiata, Henckelia fasciculiflora, Henckelia forrestii, Henckelia fruticola, Henckelia heterostigma, Henckelia hookeri, Henckelia infundibuliformis, Henckelia insignis, Henckelia lacei,

Species in the Gesneriaceae family

Acanthonema diandrum, Achimenes admirabilis, Achimenes antirrhina, Achimenes brevifolia, Achimenes candida, Achimenes cettoana, Achimenes dulcis, Achimenes erecta, Achimenes fimbriata, Achimenes flava, Achimenes glabrata, Achimenes grandiflora, Achimenes heterophylla, Achimenes hintoniana, Achimenes longiflora, Achimenes mexicana, Achimenes misera, Achimenes nayaritensis, Achimenes obscura, Achimenes occidentalis, Achimenes patens, Achimenes pedunculata, Achimenes skinneri, Achimenes woodii, Achimenes tincticoma, Achimenes elota, Achimenes sanguinea, Achimenes ixtapaensis, Aeschynanthus citrinus, Aeschynanthus membranifolius, Aeschynanthus mendumiae, Aeschynanthus sojolianus, Aeschynanthus dischidioides, Aeschynanthus minutifolius, Aeschynanthus acuminatissimus, Aeschynanthus acuminatus, Aeschynanthus albidus, Aeschynanthus amboinensis, Aeschynanthus amoenus, Aeschynanthus andersonii, Aeschynanthus angustifolius, Aeschynanthus angustioblongus, Aeschynanthus apicidens, Aeschynanthus arctocalyx, Aeschynanthus arfakensis, Aeschynanthus argentii, Aeschynanthus asclepioides, Aeschynanthus atrorubens, Aeschynanthus atrosanguineus, Aeschynanthus batakiorum,

References

Michael Möller (b.1957): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mich.Möller' in the authors string.
Subhani Ranasinghe: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ranasinghe' in the authors string.