Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
nilotica
ID:
825117

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Stapf) Tirveng.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1979

Citation Micro:
Taxon 27: 515 (1978 publ. 1979)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000824451

Common Names

  • Nilotica Catunaregam
  • Catunaregam Nilotica
  • Nilotica Catunaregam Tree

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Description

Catunaregam nilotica (also called 'Nile Catunaregam', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Rubiaceae. It is native to the tropical and subtropical regions of Africa and Asia. It is an evergreen shrub or small tree with long, slender branches. It grows in moist, shady areas, such as rainforests and cloud forests.

Uses & Benefits

Catunaregam nilotica is an ornamental plant often used in gardens and as houseplants. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, colds, and skin conditions.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Catunaregam nilotica has small, white flowers with yellow centers and small, round, dark-brown seeds. The seedlings are small, round, and dark-green in color with small, white hairs on the leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Catunaregam nilotica is a species of flowering plant in the family Rubiaceae. It is native to tropical Africa and Asia. It can be propagated by seeds or cuttings. It prefers a moist, well-draining soil and full sun to partial shade. It can be grown in a container or in the ground.

Where to Find Catunaregam nilotica

Catunaregam nilotica is native to India, Sri Lanka, and the Andaman Islands.

Catunaregam nilotica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Catunaregam nilotica?

Catunaregam nilotica

What is the common name of Catunaregam nilotica?

Nile thistle

What is the natural habitat of Catunaregam nilotica?

Catunaregam nilotica is native to tropical Africa and grows in moist, sunny areas.

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-36201: Based on the initial data import
Otto Stapf (1857-1933): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Stapf' in the authors string.
Deva D. Tirvengadum (b.1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Tirveng.' in the authors string.