Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
cana
ID:
255443

Status:
valid

Authors:
Bremek.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1971

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 25: 186 (1971)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000254775

Common Names

  • Oldenlandia cana
  • Cana Oldenlandia
  • Cana's Oldenlandia

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Description

Oldenlandia cana (also called Grey Indian-pink, among many other common names) is an annual herb that is native to tropical Africa, India, and Southeast Asia. It typically grows in moist, grassy areas and is often found in disturbed habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Oldenlandia cana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases, fever, and inflammation.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Oldenlandia cana has small, white flowers with yellow centers and small, black seeds. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Oldenlandia cana can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a well-drained seed-raising mix. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and rooted in a well-drained mix. The plant prefers full sun to partial shade and should be watered regularly.

Where to Find Oldenlandia cana

Oldenlandia cana is native to India and Sri Lanka. It can be found in tropical and subtropical regions.

Oldenlandia cana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Oldenlandia cana?

Oldenlandia cana

What is the family of Oldenlandia cana?

Rubiaceae

Where is Oldenlandia cana found?

Oldenlandia cana is found in India, Sri Lanka, and Thailand.

Species in the Oldenlandia genus

Oldenlandia ascedens, Oldenlandia acicularis, Oldenlandia adscensionis, Oldenlandia aegialodes, Oldenlandia aemulans, Oldenlandia affinis, Oldenlandia apoensis, Oldenlandia arenarioides, Oldenlandia aretioides, Oldenlandia aridosa, Oldenlandia balfourii, Oldenlandia banksii, Oldenlandia bicornuta, Oldenlandia boscii, Oldenlandia brachypetala, Oldenlandia brachyphylla, Oldenlandia breviflora, Oldenlandia cana, Oldenlandia capensis, Oldenlandia capillipes, Oldenlandia capituligera, Oldenlandia chevalieri, Oldenlandia chiovendae, Oldenlandia ciliata, Oldenlandia ciliolata, Oldenlandia clausa, Oldenlandia comata, Oldenlandia contracta, Oldenlandia corymbosa, Oldenlandia cryptocarpa, Oldenlandia cyperoides, Oldenlandia debilis, Oldenlandia decipiens, Oldenlandia densiflora, Oldenlandia dinteri, Oldenlandia drymarioides, Oldenlandia duemmeri, Oldenlandia dusenii, Oldenlandia echinulosa, Oldenlandia erythraeoides, Oldenlandia fastigiata, Oldenlandia filicaulis, Oldenlandia filifolia, Oldenlandia flosculosa, Oldenlandia forcipitistipula, Oldenlandia friesiorum, Oldenlandia geophila, Oldenlandia grandis, Oldenlandia gregaria, Oldenlandia herbacea,

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,

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