Status:
valid
Authors:
(DC.) W.H.Lewis
Source:
wcs
Year:
1966
Citation Micro:
Ann. Missouri Bot. Gard. 53: 38 (1966)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000249750
Common Names
- Neanotis indica
- Indica Neanotis
- Indica Neanotis Tree
Synonyms
- Anotis affinis Benth. & Hook.f. [valid]
- Anotis leschenaultiana Benth. & Hook.f. [valid]
- Neanotis indica affinis (Wight & Arn.) W.H.Lewis [valid]
- Neanotis indica deltoidea (Wight & Arn.) W.H.Lewis [valid]
- Oldenlandia arnottiana Miq. [valid]
- Putoria indica DC. [valid]
- Anotis leschenaultiana affinis (Wight & Arn.) Hook.f. [valid]
- Anotis leschenaultiana deltoidea (Wight & Arn.) Hook.f. [valid]
- Hedyotis affinis Wight & Arn. [illegitimate]
- Hedyotis cymosa R.Br. ex Wall. [invalid]
- Hedyotis deltoidea Wight & Arn. [valid]
- Hedyotis leschenaultiana Wight & Arn. [illegitimate]
- Hedyotis villosa Wight & Arn. [valid]
Description
Neanotis indica (also called Indian Neanotis, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub with small, oval leaves and white flowers. It is native to India, Nepal, and Sri Lanka and is typically found in moist forests and grasslands.
Uses & Benefits
Neanotis indica is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover in landscaping.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Neanotis indica are white or yellowish-white, with five petals. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are slender and upright.
Cultivation and Propagation
Neanotis indica is a small, evergreen shrub that grows up to 1m tall. It is native to India and is hardy in USDA zones 9-11. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a well-draining potting mix. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and rooted in a well-draining potting mix.
Where to Find Neanotis indica
Neanotis indica is native to India, Bangladesh, and Myanmar.
Neanotis indica FAQ
What is the scientific name of Neanotis indica?
Neanotis indica
What is the common name of Neanotis indica?
Indian neanotis
What is the natural habitat of Neanotis indica?
Neanotis indica is native to tropical rainforests in Southeast Asia
Species in the Neanotis genus
Neanotis boerhavioides,
Neanotis calycina,
Neanotis carnosa,
Neanotis decipiens,
Neanotis formosana,
Neanotis gracilis,
Neanotis hirsuta,
Neanotis hondae,
Neanotis indica,
Neanotis ingrata,
Neanotis kwangtungensis,
Neanotis lancifolia,
Neanotis latifolia,
Neanotis longiflora,
Neanotis monosperma,
Neanotis montholonii,
Neanotis nummularia,
Neanotis nummulariformis,
Neanotis oxyphylla,
Neanotis prainiana,
Neanotis rheedei,
Neanotis rhombicarpa,
Neanotis richardiana,
Neanotis ritchiei,
Neanotis sahyadrica,
Neanotis thwaitesiana,
Neanotis trimera,
Neanotis tubulosa,
Neanotis urophylla,
Neanotis wightiana,
Neanotis subtilis,
Neanotis nana,
Neanotis trichoclada,
Neanotis prabhui,
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,