Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
nutans
ID:
825128

Status:
valid

Authors:
(DC.) Tirveng.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1983

Citation Micro:
Nordic J. Bot. 3: 456 (1983)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000824462

Common Names

  • Nutans Catunaregam
  • Catunaregam Nutans
  • Nutans Catunaregam Tree

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Description

Catunaregam nutans (also called 'Slender Twinberry', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Rubiaceae. It is native to India and is found in moist forests and along streams. It has small, oval leaves and white flowers with yellow centers.

Uses & Benefits

Catunaregam nutans is a popular ornamental plant, used in gardens, flowerbeds, and containers. It is also used as a houseplant. The leaves are used to make herbal tea, which is believed to have health benefits such as reducing inflammation and promoting digestion.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Catunaregam nutans is a white or yellowish-white, five-petaled flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small, with a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Catunaregam nutans can be propagated by seed, division, or stem cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining, sterile soil mix. Division is best done in the spring or early summer when the plant is actively growing. Stem cuttings should be taken from healthy, non-flowering stems and placed in a moist, well-draining soil mix. Once rooted, the plants should be transplanted into individual containers.

Where to Find Catunaregam nutans

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

Catunaregam nutans FAQ

What is the scientific name of Catunaregam nutans?

Catunaregam nutans

What is the family of Catunaregam nutans?

Rubiaceae

What is the common name of Catunaregam nutans?

Nutan

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-36202: Based on the initial data import
Augustin Pyramus de Candolle (1778-1841): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'DC.' in the authors string.
Deva D. Tirvengadum (b.1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Tirveng.' in the authors string.