Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
prainiana
ID:
250437

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Talbot) W.H.Lewis

Source:
wcs

Year:
1966

Citation Micro:
Ann. Missouri Bot. Gard. 53: 40 (1966)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000249769

Common Names

  • Nealchornea prainiana
  • Prainiana Nealchornea
  • Prainiana Nealchornea Tree

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Synonyms

  • Anotis prainiana Talbot [valid]
  • Oldenlandia prainiana Craib [illegitimate]
  • Hedyotis prainiana (Talbot) R.S.Rao & Hemadri [illegitimate]
  • Hedyotis talbotii N.P.Balakr. [valid]

Description

Neanotis prainiana (also called Prain's 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 prainiana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover in landscaping.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Neanotis prainiana are white, with a yellow center. The seeds are small, black and round, and the seedlings are slender and upright.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Neanotis prainiana is a small, evergreen shrub that grows up to 1m tall. It is native to South Africa 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 prainiana

Neanotis prainiana is native to India, Bangladesh, and Myanmar.

Neanotis prainiana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Neanotis prainiana?

Neanotis prainiana

What is the natural habitat of Neanotis prainiana?

It is found in tropical and subtropical climates in India, Sri Lanka, and parts of Southeast Asia.

What are the common uses of Neanotis prainiana?

It is used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial properties.

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-133402: Based on the initial data import
William Alexander Talbot (1847-1917): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Talbot' in the authors string.
Walter Hepworth Lewis (b.1930): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'W.H.Lewis' in the authors string.