Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
endertii
ID:
380405

Status:
valid

Authors:
Bremek.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1947

Citation Micro:
J. Arnold Arbor. 28: 296 (1947)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000379737

Common Names

  • Acranthera endertii
  • Endertii Acranthera
  • Acranthera

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Description

Acranthera endertii (also called Endert's Acranthera, among many other common names) is a species of plant in the Acanthaceae family. It is an evergreen shrub, growing up to 3m tall. It is native to tropical Africa, and is found in moist, lowland forests. It is also found in secondary forests and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Acranthera endertii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, colds, and headaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: Small, white flowers with five petals. Seed: Small, black, and round. Seedlings: Oval-shaped leaves with a pointed tip.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Acranthera endertii is a perennial herbaceous plant native to tropical and subtropical regions of the world. It can be grown in full sun or partial shade and prefers moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is done by division of the rhizomes or by seed. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a warm, moist soil.

Where to Find Acranthera endertii

Acranthera endertii is native to India, Sri Lanka, and the Philippines. It can be found in moist, shady areas, such as near streams and in wetland habitats.

Acranthera endertii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Acranthera endertii?

Acranthera endertii

What is the common name of Acranthera endertii?

Endert's Acranthera

What is the natural habitat of Acranthera endertii?

Dry grasslands and rocky slopes

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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