Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
anamallica
ID:
376311

Status:
valid

Authors:
Bedd.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1869

Citation Micro:
Icon. Pl. Ind. Or. : 5 (1869)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000375643

Common Names

  • Acranthera anamallica
  • Anamallica Acranthera
  • Anamallica Tree

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Description

Acranthera anamallica (also called Anamallica acranthera, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub native to India and Sri Lanka. It typically grows in moist, shady areas, such as near streams, ponds, and lakes.

Uses & Benefits

Acranthera anamallica is used as an ornamental plant and has been used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antifungal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Acranthera anamallica is a small, yellow, star-shaped flower. The seed is a small, black, ovoid seed. The seedlings are small, with a single stem and two small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Acranthera anamallica is a fast-growing, short-lived perennial that is best grown in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by seed, but it can also be propagated by division. The seeds should be sown in early spring in a sunny location and lightly covered with soil. The seedlings should be thinned to about 6 inches apart. The plant can also be propagated by division in the spring or fall. The divisions should be planted in a sunny location and watered regularly.

Where to Find Acranthera anamallica

Acranthera anamallica can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, Asia, and Australia.

Acranthera anamallica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Acranthera anamallica?

Acranthera anamallica

What type of plant is Acranthera anamallica?

Shrub

Where is Acranthera anamallica native to?

India

Species in the Acranthera genus

Acranthera abbreviata, Acranthera anamallica, Acranthera athroophlebia, Acranthera atropella, Acranthera aurantiaca, Acranthera axilliflora, Acranthera bullata, Acranthera capitata, Acranthera ceylanica, Acranthera didymocarpa, Acranthera endertii, Acranthera frutescens, Acranthera grandiflora, Acranthera hallieri, Acranthera hirtostipula, Acranthera involucrata, Acranthera johannis-winkleri, Acranthera lanceolata, Acranthera longipes, Acranthera longipetiolata, Acranthera maculata, Acranthera megaphylla, Acranthera monantha, Acranthera nieuwenhuisii, Acranthera ophiorhizoides, Acranthera parviflora, Acranthera philippensis, Acranthera ruttenii, Acranthera salmonea, Acranthera siamensis, Acranthera siliquosa, Acranthera simalurensis, Acranthera sinensis, Acranthera strigosa, Acranthera tomentosa, Acranthera variegata, Acranthera velutinervia, Acranthera yatesii, Acranthera philippinensis, Acranthera burmanica, Acranthera virescens, Acranthera hoangii, Acranthera collina,

Species in the Rubiaceae family

Acranthera abbreviata, Acranthera anamallica, Acranthera athroophlebia, Acranthera atropella, Acranthera aurantiaca, Acranthera axilliflora, Acranthera bullata, Acranthera capitata, Acranthera ceylanica, Acranthera didymocarpa, Acranthera endertii, Acranthera frutescens, Acranthera grandiflora, Acranthera hallieri, Acranthera hirtostipula, Acranthera involucrata, Acranthera johannis-winkleri, Acranthera lanceolata, Acranthera longipes, Acranthera longipetiolata, Acranthera maculata, Acranthera megaphylla, Acranthera monantha, Acranthera nieuwenhuisii, Acranthera ophiorhizoides, Acranthera parviflora, Acranthera philippensis, Acranthera ruttenii, Acranthera salmonea, Acranthera siamensis, Acranthera siliquosa, Acranthera simalurensis, Acranthera sinensis, Acranthera strigosa, Acranthera tomentosa, Acranthera variegata, Acranthera velutinervia, Acranthera yatesii, Acranthera philippinensis, Acranthera burmanica, Acranthera virescens, Acranthera hoangii, Acranthera collina, Acrobotrys discolor, Acrosynanthus jamaicensis, Acrosynanthus latifolius, Acrosynanthus minor, Acrosynanthus ovatus, Acrosynanthus parvifolius, Acrosynanthus revolutus,

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