Endostemon gracilis - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
gracilis
ID:
949708
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Benth.) M.Ashby
Source:
wcs
Year:
1936
Citation Micro:
J. Bot. 74: 127 (1936)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000949046
Common Names
- Endostemon gracilis
- Gracilis Endostemon
- Gracilis Endostemon Plant
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Endostemon gracilis (also called Slender Stemona, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 5 meters tall. It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Australia and New Guinea, and is found in rainforests, woodlands, and open forests. It has narrow, lance-shaped leaves and white flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Endostemon gracilis is an ornamental shrub that is used in gardens and landscaping. It has attractive foliage and can be used to add a touch of color to any garden. It is also known for its ability to attract butterflies and other pollinators, making it a great choice for wildlife-friendly gardens.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Endostemon gracilis is yellow in color with a yellow center. The seed is a small, round, black seed with a smooth surface. The seedlings are small and have long, thin, pointed leaves.
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Endostemon gracilis is a shrub that grows up to 3 m in height. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a warm, moist environment and cuttings should be taken from mature plants.
Where to Find Endostemon gracilis
Endostemon gracilis can be found in India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar.
Species in the Endostemon genus
Endostemon racemosus, Endostemon stenocaulis, Endostemon albus, Endostemon camporus, Endostemon ctenoneurus, Endostemon glandulosus, Endostemon gracilis, Endostemon kelleri, Endostemon leucosphaerus, Endostemon membranaceus, Endostemon obbiadensis, Endostemon obtusifolius, Endostemon tenuiflorus, Endostemon tereticaulis, Endostemon tomentosus, Endostemon tubulascens, Endostemon usambarensis, Endostemon villosus, Endostemon viscosus, Endostemon wakefieldii,
Species in the Lamiaceae family
Acanthomintha duttonii, Acanthomintha ilicifolia, Acanthomintha lanceolata, Acanthomintha obovata, Acanthoprasium frutescens, Acanthoprasium integrifolium, Achyrospermum aethiopicum, Achyrospermum africanum, Achyrospermum axillare, Achyrospermum carvalhoi, Achyrospermum ciliatum, Achyrospermum cryptanthum, Achyrospermum dasytrichum, Achyrospermum densiflorum, Achyrospermum erythobotrys, Achyrospermum fruticosum, Achyrospermum laterale, Achyrospermum micranthum, Achyrospermum mildbraedii, Achyrospermum oblongifolium, Achyrospermum parviflorum, Achyrospermum purpureum, Achyrospermum schimperi, Achyrospermum schlechteri, Achyrospermum seychellarum, Achyrospermum tisserantii, Achyrospermum urens, Achyrospermum wallichianum, Achyrospermum scandens, Acinos alpinus, Acrotome angustifolia, Acrotome fleckii, Acrotome hispida, Acrotome inflata, Acrotome mozambiquensis, Acrotome pallescens, Acrotome tenuis, Acrotome thorncroftii, Acrymia ajugiflora, Aegiphila aracaensis, Aegiphila hystricina, Aegiphila aculeifera, Aegiphila alba, Aegiphila anomala, Aegiphila arcta, Aegiphila australis, Aegiphila bogotensis, Aegiphila boliviana, Aegiphila brachiata, Aegiphila bracteolosa,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-67373: Based on the initial data import
George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
Maurice Ashby: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.Ashby' in the authors string.