Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
championii
ID:
252458

Status:
valid

Authors:
Benth. ex Thwaites

Source:
wcs

Year:
1859

Citation Micro:
Enum. Pl. Zeyl. : 139 (1859)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000251790

Common Names

  • Neurocalyx championii
  • Champion's Neurocalyx
  • Champion Neurocalyx

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Description

Neurocalyx championii (also called Champion's Neurocalyx, among many other common names) is a small, herbaceous plant native to Southeast Asia. It has small, oval leaves and white flowers. It grows in moist, shady areas, such as in forests and along streams.

Uses & Benefits

Neurocalyx championii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover in landscaping.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Neurocalyx championii is white and bell-shaped, with a yellow center. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are short and slender, with small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Neurocalyx championii is a tropical evergreen shrub that can be propagated from cuttings or seeds. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and planted in a well-draining potting mix. Seeds should be sown in a warm, moist environment and kept at a temperature of around 25°C (77°F). Once the seedlings have developed a few sets of leaves, they can be transplanted into individual pots.

Where to Find Neurocalyx championii

Neurocalyx championii is found in tropical Asia, including India, China, Indonesia, Malaysia, the Philippines, and Thailand.

Neurocalyx championii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Neurocalyx championii?

Neurocalyx championii

What type of plant is Neurocalyx championii?

It is a shrub

Where is Neurocalyx championii native to?

It is native to India and Sri Lanka

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-135404: Based on the initial data import
George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
George Henry Kendrick Thwaites (1812-1882): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Thwaites' in the authors string.